Prudence Heward Rollande Print

The Unflinching Gaze of Canadian Modernism's Most Compelling Portrait 🖼️

Prudence Heward (1896-1947) was a Canadian figure painter known for using acidic colour, sculptural treatment, and giving an intense brooding quality to her subjects. What sets Heward apart in the canon of Canadian art is her unflinching approach to female portraiture. Her portraits of physically robust women were independent and brooding, at times defiant. This distinctive approach positioned her as a modernist who refused to sentimentalise her subjects, instead presenting women as complex, self-possessed individuals.

Rollande captures the essence of Heward's revolutionary approach to portraiture. The painting depicts a young French-Canadian woman seated against a rural Québécois landscape, her direct gaze meeting the viewer with an intensity that refuses to be ignored. The composition is masterfully constructed: the pale gable of the house behind creates a halo-like triangle that frames her face, whilst the rhythmic verticals of her arms and the surrounding fence emphasise her solid, unwavering presence.

🎨 Why Choose This Art Print?
This isn’t just any reproduction. Our fine art posters use cutting-edge giclée fine art 12-colour printing technology to ensure every subtle hue is faithfully rendered. The smooth matte finish on FSC-certified paper keeps your art print glare-free and eco-friendly, perfect for collectors who care about sustainability and quality alike. What's more, ART SNOB prints every image at over 350 dpi, ensuring ultra-sharp clarity and incredible definition that truly stands out.

🌿 Key Features of Our Fine Art Posters:

• Vivid Colour: 12-colour giclée printing for museum-quality tones.

• Eco-Friendly: FSC-certified, sustainably sourced paper.

• Smooth Matte Finish: Minimal glare for a clean, gallery-like presentation.

• Customisable Sizes: Fits any frame or space.