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Size Contrast Collection

In the realm of visual art, size contrast has always been a captivating technique that plays with our perception and challenges our understanding of scale

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: Vintage Illustration of Flapper Sitting on Giant Football, 1920s (colour litho)

Vintage Illustration of Flapper Sitting on Giant Football, 1920s (colour litho)
1126077 Vintage Illustration of Flapper Sitting on Giant Football, 1920s (colour litho) by Cort, Howard R. (1869-1946); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0324

SK_0324
Vigna angularis Adzuki bean Green subject White b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0328

SK_0328
Sinapis alba Mustard - Yellow mustard Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0300

SK_0300
Variety not identified Brown subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0319

SK_0319
Pisum sativum Pea Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0325

SK_0325
Cupressus arizonica Cypress Brown subject Brown b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0294

SK_0294
Agrostemma githago Corncockle - common Mauve subject White b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0338

SK_0338
Pisum sativum Pea Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0293

SK_0293
Agrostemma githago Corncockle - common Mauve subject White b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: SK_0292

SK_0292
Agrostemma githago Corncockle - common Mauve subject White b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: RE_0265

RE_0265
Rudbeckia - variety not identified Coneflower / black-eyed Susan Green subject Brown b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: RC_0157

RC_0157
Galanthus nivalis Snowdrop Brown subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: RC_0156

RC_0156
Galanthus nivalis Snowdrop Brown subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: PT_0437

PT_0437
Opuntia robusta Cactus - wheel cactus Green subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: MAM_0662

MAM_0662
Anethum graveolens Dill Yellow subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: GP_0566

GP_0566
Hyacinthoides non-scripta Bluebell wood Blue subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: GP_0564

GP_0564
Hyacinthoides non-scripta Bluebell wood Blue subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: GP_0335

GP_0335
Helianthus Sunshine Giant Sunflower Green subject White b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: GP_0476

GP_0476
Sempervivum - variety not identified Houseleek Green subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: GP_0475

GP_0475
Sempervivum - variety not identified Houseleek Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: GP_0555

GP_0555
Anemone nemorosa Anemone - Wood anemone White subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: GP_0525

GP_0525
Glaucium flavum Yellow Horned Poppy Yellow subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: Bouquet

Bouquet
Rose, Escallonia, Yarrow and Astrantia, bunch of cottage garden flowers in a white jug with a dreamy white vignette

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C08-0461

CS_C08-0461
Cercis ciliquastrum Colour Daytime Deciduous Editorial Foliage Growing Leaf Nobody Outdoor Plant View - Side view Pattern Repetition Orientation - Horizontal orientation Contrasting - Size Garden

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C08-0443

CS_C08-0443
Dryopteris wallichiana Alike All-over colour Colour Contrasting - Size Creative Daytime Deciduous Editorial Foliage Growing Group Leaf Mixed varieties Moody Nobody Orientation - Horizontal

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C08-7295

CS_C08-7295
Rubus cockburnianus Colour Daytime Nobody Outdoor View - Front view Stem Twig View - Side view Editorial Colour - Pastel colour Growing Shrub Unusual plant Abstract Bare Creative Deciduous Graphic

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C08-3186

CS_C08-3186
Cyclamen - variety not identified Colour Editorial Daytime Plant Nobody Group Container Contrasting - Size Corm Flowerpot Growing Indoors Lifestyle Many Moody Orientation - Horizontal orientation

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C08-3962

CS_C08-3962
Curcubita maxima Queensland blue Pumpkin Green subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C07-4955

CS_C07-4955
Variety not identified Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C07-4956

CS_C07-4956
Variety not identified Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C07-4954

CS_C07-4954
Calendula - variety not identified Marigold Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C07-4952

CS_C07-4952
Variety not identified Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C07-4015

CS_C07-4015
Corylus avellana Hazel / Cob-nut Green subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C07-4010

CS_C07-4010
Quercus petraea Oak - Sessile oak Brown subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C06-2575

CS_C06-2575
Eucalyptus niphophila Snow gum Grey subject Green b/g

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C07-5283

CS_C07-5283
Brassica oleracea acephala Kale - Black kale / Cavalo nero Green subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C06-1678

CS_C06-1678
Phormium tenax Yellow Wave New Zealand flax Yellow subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_C06-1586

CS_C06-1586
Taxus cuspidata Bonsai - Japanese yew Green subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_2546

CS_2546
Hyacinthoides - variety not idetified Bluebell wood Mauve subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_2922

CS_2922
Olea europea Olive Black subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: CS_2414

CS_2414
variety not identified Fern Green subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: AKU_0134

AKU_0134
Pteridium aquilinum Fern - Bracken Green subject

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: Giant Pineapple on a Horse Cart. ca. 1911, Florida, USA, A GOOD WAGON LOAD, FLORIDA PINEAPPLE

Giant Pineapple on a Horse Cart. ca. 1911, Florida, USA, A GOOD WAGON LOAD, FLORIDA PINEAPPLE

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: Paul Bunyan and Babe, the Blue Ox Postcard. ca. 1938, Paul Bunyan

Paul Bunyan and Babe, the Blue Ox Postcard. ca. 1938, Paul Bunyan, mythical character of American logging camps, and Babe, his big blue ox

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: Paul Bunyan with Babe, the Blue Ox. ca. 1948, Bemidji, Minnesota, USA, PAUL BUNYAN AND BABE

Paul Bunyan with Babe, the Blue Ox. ca. 1948, Bemidji, Minnesota, USA, PAUL BUNYAN AND BABE, HIS BLUE OX, BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: Giant Underwood Typewriter. ca. 1935, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA, GIANT UNDERWOOD TYPEWRITER

Giant Underwood Typewriter. ca. 1935, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA, GIANT UNDERWOOD TYPEWRITER, UNDERWOOD ELLIOTT FISHER EXHIBIT. 2307 BOARDWALK, AUDITORIUM BUILDING, ATLANTIC CITY, N.J

Background imageSize Contrast Collection: Car Passing Through Base of Giant Tree. ca. 1933, California, USA, AUTO TREE 335 FEET HIGH

Car Passing Through Base of Giant Tree. ca. 1933, California, USA, AUTO TREE 335 FEET HIGH, BIG BASIN, CALIFORNIA. A tree with the base burned out, 300 years ago



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In the realm of visual art, size contrast has always been a captivating technique that plays with our perception and challenges our understanding of scale. Take, for instance, a vintage illustration from the 1920s depicting a flapper sitting nonchalantly on top of a giant football. The vibrant colors of this lithograph bring to life an intriguing juxtaposition between the delicate figure of the flapper and the colossal sports object beneath her. It's as if she effortlessly commands attention in this oversized world. Moving forward to 1934, we stumble upon another fascinating example captured through screenprint: a young boy whispering into Santa's ear. This artwork captures both innocence and wonderment as it presents us with an unexpected contrast in size between these two figures. The towering presence of Santa Claus contrasts beautifully with the small stature of the child, emphasizing their connection while also highlighting their differences. As we delve deeper into this collection (SK_0324, SK_0328, SK_0300), we encounter various instances where artists skillfully employ size contrast to evoke emotions or convey narratives. Each image tells its own story – whether it be an imposing structure overshadowing tiny human figures (SK_0319) or a diminutive boat navigating treacherous waves (SK_0325). These compositions captivate our imagination by challenging conventional proportions and inviting us to question our place within these grandiose scenes. Amongst these pieces lies one particular photograph (RE_0265) that stands out amidst all others due to its subtle yet powerful use of size contrast. In this image, contrasting elements are not immediately apparent; however, upon closer inspection, we notice how seemingly insignificant details can create profound impact when placed side by side. Size contrast is indeed an artistic tool that transcends time and medium - from lithographs to screenprints - allowing artists throughout history to manipulate dimensions for aesthetic pleasure or narrative purpose.