A mysterious, athletic creature emerges amid shimmering water, holding a shallow bowl in this unusual print by Johannes Josephus Aarts (1881–1934). Combining human anatomy with monstrous features, the composition creates an enigmatic figure whose purpose remains unexplained. Its imaginative subject and distinctive graphic style make this historical reproduction an intriguing addition to collections of fantastic creatures, unusual illustrations, and European printmaking.
The print, titled Monster met schaal (Monster with a Bowl), depicts a naked, muscular creature holding a shallow vessel.
Several additional bowls with handles appear to its left, while shimmering water surrounds the figure.
The unusual combination of objects, anatomy, and water creates a mysterious composition open to interpretation.
The creature's exaggerated physical form and surrounding water evoke themes of mythology, transformation, and the fantastic.
Johannes Josephus Aarts (1881–1934) was a Dutch artist and printmaker known for his imaginative imagery and graphic work.
The original print is preserved in the Rijksmuseum collection, catalogued as Monster met schaal.
Product features
- Museum-quality matte paper with archival properties
- Durable frame options including MDF, kiln-dried pine, or Ayous wood
- Protective acrylic cover
- Built-in or included hanging hardware
Care instructions
- If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth. To remove spots or smudges from acrylic or glass, we recommend applying glass cleaner to a clean, soft, dry cloth or paper towel and then to the surface so that the cleaner does not settle on the frame, then buff the surface dry to remove any streaks.
