Paris awakens at the Eiffel Tower. Bonjour, Paris.

by Frank Schmidt

As Paris awakens and the city is still half-asleep: the view opens out along a typical Parisian street canyon with its classic architecture, leading straight to the Eiffel Tower, which stands out majestically against a morning sky glowing in shades of pale pink and apricot. The bistros have already set out their chairs, but the streets are still quiet. A cyclist rides leisurely through the first light of day, whilst a cat wanders curiously along the kerb and birds circle through the fresh morning air.

Inspired by the very special, almost meditative stillness of the early morning hours in France’s capital, this illustration captures the pure poetry of a new beginning. The artwork is executed in the timeless Ligne Claire style – precise, clear ink lines meet harmoniously coordinated pastel tones, lending the motif an unmistakable lightness and freshness.

In an interior setting, this picture brings a wonderful balance of tranquillity, expansiveness and optimistic brightness to the wall. The soft, warm colours of the sky and the linear perspective of depth create a sense of visual openness in the room. Ideal for living areas, modern offices or bedrooms – an elegant piece that evokes a sense of longing for travel enthusiasts, aesthetes and all fans of the metropolis on the Seine.