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Artwork unmounted, but already framed and ready to hang.
Dimensions :
5.3x4.5in
About this artwork
Do you ever wonder where the phrase "kiss a lot of frogs to find a prince" comes from?
Well, it started with the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, The Frog Prince. In the story, a princess loses her golden ball in a pond and promises a frog she'll be his friend if he retrieves it. He does, but she's disgusted and refuses to keep her promise, eventually throwing him into a wall, in anger. This act transforms him into a prince, teaching lessons about promises… and appearances.
It wasn't until this story was translated from German to English, that the princess kissed the frog instead of throwing him, to break the curse. This is what caught on and evolved into a proverb.
The metaphor of finding the "real" prince beneath the frog's skin emerged as a way to encourage people to endure bad dates or first impressions in their search for true love. It urged everyone to reflect and persevere instead of rushing to harsh judgements. I think this is a very good piece of advice.
Debra Keirce, a painter and drawer with a background in biochemical engineering, masterfully works in oils and charcoal, drawing from rigorous classical training. She employs layered, tightly rendered traditional realism—often achieved through indirect techniques reminiscent of the Dutch Masters—across genres from photorealistic still lifes and marine art to portraits and fantastical beasts. Her artworks invite viewers into immersive narratives, evoking warm memories, wonder, and joy, aiming always to resonate with emotion and contribute positively to the well-being of those who experience her art.