Frederick Carl Frieseke Prints, Repose at Noonday (circa 1911)

Fine Art Prints and Canvas Panels

Bring the quiet radiance of early twentieth-century Impressionism into your interior with Repose at Noonday by Frederick Carl Frieseke. Painted around 1911, this luminous work exemplifies Frieseke’s mastery of light, pattern, and relaxed modern domesticity. Our museum-quality art prints and canvas panels capture the subtle colour harmonies and sun-drenched atmosphere that make this painting one of the most appealing examples of American Impressionism.

Available as high-resolution giclée prints, framed art prints, and premium canvas panels, this artwork is ideal for collectors seeking elegant, light-filled wall art inspired by French Impressionism and Belle Époque interiors.

About the Painting: Repose at Noonday

In Repose at Noonday, Frieseke depicts a tranquil figure absorbed in rest during the height of the day, surrounded by decorative surfaces and filtered sunlight. The composition balances intimacy with modern sophistication, using soft brushwork and patterned colour to evoke warmth and stillness. This painting is celebrated for its sunlit palette, refined figure painting, and serene domestic mood—qualities that translate beautifully into gallery-quality wall art for living rooms, bedrooms, and curated art spaces.

Frederick Carl Frieseke Biography

An American Impressionist in France

Frederick Carl Frieseke (1874–1939) was an American painter closely associated with the Giverny group, a circle of artists working near Claude Monet’s home in France. Born in Michigan, Frieseke trained in Chicago and New York before settling in Paris, where he absorbed the influence of French Impressionism and Post-Impressionism.

Frieseke achieved international recognition in the early twentieth century, exhibiting widely in Europe and the United States and winning major awards, including honours at the Paris Salon. Today, his works are held in leading museum collections, and he is regarded as one of the most accomplished American Impressionist painters.

Frederick Carl Frieseke Painting Style

Light, Pattern, and Modern Intimacy

Frieseke’s painting style is distinguished by his innovative use of decorative pattern, brilliant natural light, and harmonious colour relationships. Unlike many Impressionists who focused on landscapes, Frieseke became renowned for sunlit interiors and garden scenes featuring female figures.

In works such as Repose at Noonday, he combines Impressionist brushwork with a modern sense of design, often flattening space through textiles, wallpapers, and dappled sunlight. His style bridges French Impressionism and American modern figurative painting, making his artworks especially appealing as sophisticated, timeless interior décor.

Fine Art Prints and Canvas Panel Options

• Archival giclée prints with exceptional colour accuracy

• Canvas panels with a refined, contemporary finish

• Multiple sizes to suit statement walls or intimate spaces

• Ideal for collectors of American Impressionist art prints and early 20th-century paintings

Each print is produced using premium materials to ensure longevity, clarity, and faithful reproduction of Frieseke’s original work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Repose at Noonday an Impressionist painting?

Yes. The painting is a classic example of American Impressionism, influenced by French Impressionist techniques, particularly in its handling of light and colour.

Are these Frederick Carl Frieseke prints museum quality?

Absolutely. Our prints are produced using archival inks and fine art papers or canvas, ensuring gallery-level quality and long-term durability.

What is the difference between a print and a canvas panel?

Fine art prints are produced on premium paper and are ideal for framing, while canvas panels offer a textured, frameless presentation with a painterly appearance.

Is this artwork suitable for modern interiors?

Yes. Frieseke’s decorative compositions and luminous palette make Repose at Noonday particularly well suited to modern, classic, and transitional interiors.

Do you offer multiple sizes?

Yes. This artwork is available in a wide range of sizes, making it easy to find the perfect fit for your space.

All prints are made using archival art stocks and UV pigment inks to give up to 200 years life. Prints are sold unframed and unmounted.