By: François Houtin

Medium: etching
Image Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches
Edition: of 30
Year: 1983

In Cascades No. 1, François Houtin constructs a tranquil yet majestic dreamscape, combining architectural precision with the lyricism of nature. Carved cliffs, delicate pines, and cascading water frame a luminous valley that seems to hover between memory and imagination. Executed in Houtin’s meticulous etching technique, every line contributes to an atmosphere of stillness and awe. The composition evokes both a stage set and a sacred garden—an invitation to contemplate the mystery of invented landscapes where geometry and nature coexist in perfect harmony.