Art Treasures

Digital Fragments 351 reinterprets Vigée Le Brun’s La Marquise de Pezay et la Marquise de Rougé through a layered abstract approach. The piece dissolves the original composition into gestural forms and a vibrant palette, reflecting the painting’s sense of elegance and presence.

The inspiration for this artwork came during a visit to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), where the painting was part of the exhibition Making Her Mark: A History of Women Artists in Europe, 1400–1800.

La Marquise de Pezay et la Marquise de Rougé with her sons by Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun is part of the collection of the National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington, D.C. The painting is renowned for its masterful depiction of fabric and texture, which inspired the visual language of Digital Fragments 351.

Fabric, Rhythm, and Abstraction

In Digital Fragments 351, this textile richness becomes a central motif. The folds of fabric are abstracted into fluid ribbons and flowing masses. The original sense of weight and movement is translated into new visual gestures. By amplifying the interplay of texture and colour, the piece pays tribute to the materiality that defines Vigée Le Brun’s portrait.

The two central figures remain partially perceptible, yet they merge with the surrounding energy of the composition. As with other works in the Art Treasures series, the goal is not to reproduce, but to reimagine — allowing the familiar to shift into abstraction and renewed presence.

Available Formats

This artwork is available in three limited editions. It is part of the Unique Editions collection. All prints use Giclée technology on museum-grade Hahnemühle paper. Each edition includes a 1″ white border and is signed by hand.

Miniature Marvel – 12 in wide, variable height – 504 $

Grand Gesture – 24 in wide, variable height – 1024 $

Monumental Piece – 36 in wide, variable height – 1924 $

Digital Fragments 417

Explore a New Palette

Digital Fragments 417 is part of the Ethereal Solid series by Denis Leclerc. It introduces a new direction in the collection. Earlier pieces used warm tones. They often resembled light, skin, or sand. In contrast, this work shifts to a grayscale palette built around charcoal, slate, and silver. As a result, it brings a colder atmosphere—but one filled with depth and quiet tension.

Why Gray Matters

This new color choice is deliberate. While many see gray as neutral or dull, it actually carries emotional weight. It feels quiet, yet expressive. In this piece, gray becomes a space for contrast and reflection. Moreover, it softens edges and reveals subtle shifts in tone. Because of this, the image invites slower looking. Without bold colors, forms emerge more gently—yet with greater clarity.

Abstract Form with Realistic Intent

Although the shapes appear abstract, they hold a sense of realism. The curves suggest folds of cloth or muscle. The whole composition feels like it could collapse—yet it stays intact. This fragile tension is key to the work. As a result, it offers an inner structure that seems to breathe. Compared to chaos, there’s a sense of balance. It’s unstable, yes, but still grounded.

Light, Tension, and Composition

What sets this work apart is how it interacts with light. Gradients shift softly across the surface. At the same time, translucent layers overlap and blend. Shadow and form blur together in a quiet rhythm. As a result, motion appears inside stillness. The image feels like it might unfold or fade. This visual language speaks to the core idea of the Ethereal Solid series: form that holds itself together, just barely.

Edition Details

Digital Fragments 417 was created digitally at high resolution (6552 × 8192 px at 300 dpi). Thanks to this format, the artwork supports large-scale printing without losing detail. Each edition is printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag using archival Giclée technology. You can also find it through the Unique Editions collection.

Prints are produced by Toronto Image Works, a fine art lab based in Toronto. They also specialize in high-end Giclée printing and ensure the image preserves its original tone and softness.

Miniature Marvel (12” × 15.0”) — $504
Grand Gesture (24” × 30.01”) — $1024
Monumental Piece (36” × 45.01”) — $1924

Each print includes a 1-inch matte white border, the artist’s signature, and a certificate of authenticity.

Artwork Details

Title: Digital Fragments 417
Series: Ethereal Solid
Medium: Digital painting + animation
Print: Hahnemühle Photo Rag
Created: May 2025
Artist: Denis Leclerc

Continuing the Conversation

In essence, this work continues a key thread in my practice—giving shape to what cannot be touched. Digital Fragments 417 is quiet, yet never passive. Its tones are muted, but its structure holds meaning. It connects to earlier works. At the same time, it opens a more internal, intimate voice. It’s just one fragment, yes—but it expands the story I’ve been telling all along.