Wer hat an der Uhr gedreht

Visual Description

A close-up of a woman in a wide-brimmed hat and glossy, green mirrored sunglasses. Deep red lips set a pointed highlight. On the right, the Pink Panther appears and mischievously points to a pocket watch. Flat areas of rose, brown and cream are accented by graphic contours; the epoxy finish makes the glasses and lips glow like glass.

Artistic Interpretation

The picture plays ironically with our sense of time: who sets the pace – we ourselves, fashion, pop culture? The Pink Panther invites a wink, while the watch gently hints at urgency. The glamorous shine of the glasses points to self-presentation; at the same time, time is experienced as fleeting yet malleable.

Art-Historical Context

The work sits between Pop Art and urban pop: an iconic cartoon figure meets a contemporary portrait in a clear, graphic style. The partial resin layer draws on design and object art by bringing tactile depth and a gloss aesthetic into painting.

Exclusivity

An original with a rarely used partial epoxy-resin finish and glasses that continue over the edge of the canvas. This detail creates visual depth and a striking, instantly recognizable surface.

Collector Value

A strong crossover piece for pop- and design-oriented collections: compact format, iconic figure, distinctive material effect. A conversation piece with a humorous take on time.

More About the Artist

Rike Wölke combines figuration with expressive gesture and abstract influences; luminous, powerful colors, dynamic lines and rhythmic splashes define her unmistakable signature.

Contrasts and the balance between precise drawing and spontaneous intuition create tense, layered pictures that open up an emotional dialogue and personal readings.

Condition Report

Condition: no visible defects. A detailed condition report is available on request.