Little Red Riding Hood Deborah Kerr Artwork by Pia Dehne is a unique large-scale mixed-media work created in 2022 that merges cinematic reference, mythology, and material expression. Drawing on the archetype of Little Red Riding Hood and the cultural presence of Deborah Kerr, the artwork operates as a layered portrait of innocence, transformation, and quiet strength. Rather than illustrating a narrative scene, the work distills character and emotion into texture, gesture, and atmosphere.

Executed using acrylic and pastel pencil on fabric, Little Red Riding Hood (Deborah Kerr) Original Artwork by Pia Dehne emphasizes surface sensitivity and emotional nuance. Acrylic establishes chromatic structure and compositional clarity, while pastel pencil introduces softness, line, and intimate detail. Working on fabric rather than traditional canvas allows pigment to absorb, diffuse, and settle unevenly, creating a tactile surface that feels both fragile and resilient. This material choice reinforces the conceptual tension between vulnerability and control embedded in the subject.

Measuring 183 × 152 cm (72 × 60 inches), the artwork’s monumental scale gives it commanding physical presence. The dimensions transform the piece into an immersive encounter, where the viewer is drawn into the work rather than positioned outside it. Despite its size, the surface rewards close inspection, revealing subtle marks and tonal shifts that maintain intimacy within scale. The format makes the artwork suitable as a primary focal point in a significant architectural or private collection setting.

This artwork is a unique original. No editions or reproductions exist. Little Red Riding Hood (Deborah Kerr) Original Artwork by Pia Dehne is mounted on a professional wooden frame, providing stability while preserving the organic qualities of the fabric support. The piece arrives framed and ready to hang, with no additional framing required.

The work reflects Pia Dehne’s interest in feminine identity, cultural memory, and material storytelling. By combining iconic reference with restrained abstraction, the artwork invites viewers to engage emotionally rather than narratively—allowing meaning to unfold through presence and texture.

Little Red Riding Hood (Deborah Kerr) Original Artwork by Pia Dehne is intended for collectors seeking large-scale contemporary works that combine cultural depth, material sophistication, and powerful visual presence—artwork that feels bold, intimate, and enduring.

Artwork Details

Title: Little Red Riding Hood (Deborah Kerr)

Artist: Pia Dehne

Year: 2022

Technique: Acrylic and pastel pencil on fabric

Dimensions: 183 × 152 cm / 72 × 60 in

Edition: Unique original artwork

Price: USD 8,300

Presentation: Mounted on a professional wooden frame