Improvisation 27 (Garden of Love II) by Wassily Kandinsky, 1912
Authentic artwork
The artwork we print is faithfully restored from the original source - usually a museum, auction house or private collection.
We never replace, redraw or invent the artist’s work using generative AI.
Restored in our London workshop from the original 1912 artwork and printed to museum-grade archival standards. Full description
The Collector’s Offer
Choose two eligible works and receive 20% off both. Choose three and the lowest-priced one is complimentary, a maximum saving of 33%.
Mix and match eligible standard maps and fine-art prints. No code is required; the offer is applied automatically at checkout.
Standard made-to-order configurations are included. Bespoke sizes, personalised designs and commissioned work are excluded.
Need delivery to different addresses? Contact us before ordering.The Collector’s Offer
Choose two eligible works and receive 20% off both. Choose three and the lowest-priced one is complimentary, a maximum saving of 33%.
Mix and match eligible standard maps and fine-art prints. No code is required; the offer is applied automatically at checkout.
Standard made-to-order configurations are included. Bespoke sizes, personalised designs and commissioned work are excluded.
Need delivery to different addresses? Contact us before ordering.
Restored in London • Printed and framed in the EU
Authentic artwork
The artwork we print is faithfully restored from the original source - usually a museum, auction house or private collection.
We never replace, redraw or invent the artist’s work using generative AI.
Restored from the original 1912 artwork and printed to museum-grade archival standards. Full description
Map size guide
Maps with intricate detail are best enjoyed at larger sizes, giving smaller place names and features more room to be appreciated. Each map is made to order, so custom sizing is also available: select 'custom size' on the product page and enter your dimensions, or add them to your order notes at checkout.
Your map fills the entire sheet, with no additional white border. The design is presented as shown in the product images. To request extra space around the map, please contact us or leave a note with your order.
Compare a selection of our standard sizes below, shown in landscape and portrait orientation.
| 16x12in (40x30cm) | 20x16in (50x40cm) | 24x18in (60x45cm) |
36x24in (90x60cm) |
| 12x16in (30x40cm) | 16x20in (40x50cm) | 18x24in (45x60cm) |
24x36in (60x90cm) |
Framed maps
Our standard frames add approximately 2cm (0.75in) on each side. For example, a 45x60cm map measures around 49x64cm including its frame, while a 24x36in map measures around 25.5x37.5in. Allow for these outer dimensions when measuring your wall space.
Maps over 125cm/50in usually have wider frames. For a particular frame width or style, explore our custom framing options.
Unframed maps
Planning to frame your map yourself? The guidance below will help you choose the right fit, particularly for larger maps and less conventional sizes.
Choosing a frame that fits
Use the dimensions listed for your chosen map to select a frame. Look for the size of artwork the frame holds, rather than the frame's outer dimensions.
For example, an 18x24 inch map needs a frame that 'fits artwork' measuring 18x24 inches. For a 60x90cm map, choose a frame that fits 60x90cm artwork.
For unusual sizes, such as 24x11 inches (61x29cm), we recommend waiting until your map arrives before ordering a frame. Dimensions can vary by a few millimetres, so measuring the print first will help ensure a good fit.
For a map that needs to fit exact dimensions in centimetres or inches, please contact us. Custom sizing is available at no additional charge for maps over 50in/125cm.
Framing larger maps
Before ordering a separate frame for a large map, wait until your print arrives and measure it. This gives you the dimensions you need to choose a frame with confidence.
If you are using a local framer, take the map with you so they can measure it and make the frame to fit.
Careful mounting helps larger maps lie flat and reduces the risk of rippling. For a professionally finished piece, we would be happy to frame your map for you.
Gift message & custom finish
If you want to add a gift message, or a finish (jigsaw, aluminium board, etc.) that is not available here, please request it in the "order note" when you check out.
Every order is custom made, so if you need the size adjusted slightly, or printed on an unusual material, just let us know. We've done thousands of custom orders over the years, so there's (almost) nothing we can't manage.
You can also contact us before you order, if you prefer!
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Wassily Kandinsky’s Improvisation 27 (Garden of Love II), painted in 1912, stands at a pivotal moment in early modern art. In this...
Continue readingWassily Kandinsky’s Improvisation 27 (Garden of Love II), painted in 1912, stands at a pivotal moment in early modern art. In this lyrical abstraction, Kandinsky—born in Moscow in 1866 and a founder of the avant‑garde—pushes decisively beyond recognizable subjects toward a pictorial language built from color, rhythm, and instinct. The “Improvisations” were created to transmit inner feeling rather than literal scenes, and this canvas captures that spiritual urgency with a poetic, musical intensity that helped define abstraction on the eve of World War I.
Offered here as a museum‑quality fine art print, your edition is produced on acid‑free, archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas for a richly textured, gallery finish. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional framing to arrive ready‑to‑hang. The Unique Maps Co. also offers customization—tailored dimensions, matting and frame selections, and personalized touches—to ensure this statement piece harmonizes perfectly with your interior.
Kandinsky is celebrated as a pioneer of abstraction, a painter‑theorist who believed color and form could communicate like music. By 1912 he had moved beyond depiction to an art of pure sensation, where energetic lines and planes perform like instruments in a symphony. Improvisation 27 (Garden of Love II) exemplifies this leap, distilling the pulse of modern life into an expressive visual score that has influenced generations of artists.
The painting’s title hints at emotion and tenderness, yet the “garden” appears as a realm of feeling rather than a mapped place. During this early 20th‑century flowering of Expressionism, artists sought to convey the inner truth of an experience. Here, candescent reds and yellows collide with cooler blues and muted passages, creating a sense of movement and vitality that feels both urgent and celebratory—a fitting emblem of Kandinsky’s belief in art’s transformative power.
Look closely and you’ll see a choreography of circular forms and streaking, jagged lines. Smooth blends meet assertive, deliberate strokes; arcs suggest harmony and wholeness while slicing diagonals inject dramatic tension. The dominant red anchors the composition’s heat, yellow amplifies its radiant lift, and blue tempers the field with depth and calm. This interplay of warm and cool color, coupled with rhythmic mark‑making, invites endless re‑reading—making the print a powerful focal point in contemporary, mid‑century, and eclectic spaces alike.
A striking gift for lovers of modern art and design, this print suits occasions from housewarmings to weddings, birthdays, Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, or as a thoughtful gesture for anyone inspired by color, creativity, and the pioneering spirit of early abstraction.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 16x16in (40x40cm) version of this art print.
I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
This artwork is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The work is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present an art print without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas art and explore the differences between my different finishes.
Wassily Kandinsky’s Improvisation 27 (Garden of Love II), painted in 1912, stands at a pivotal moment in early modern art. In this lyrical abstraction, Kandinsky—born in Moscow in 1866 and a founder of the avant‑garde—pushes decisively beyond recognizable subjects toward a pictorial language built from color, rhythm, and instinct. The “Improvisations” were created to transmit inner feeling rather than literal scenes, and this canvas captures that spiritual urgency with a poetic, musical intensity that helped define abstraction on the eve of World War I.
Offered here as a museum‑quality fine art print, your edition is produced on acid‑free, archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas for a richly textured, gallery finish. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional framing to arrive ready‑to‑hang. The Unique Maps Co. also offers customization—tailored dimensions, matting and frame selections, and personalized touches—to ensure this statement piece harmonizes perfectly with your interior.
Kandinsky is celebrated as a pioneer of abstraction, a painter‑theorist who believed color and form could communicate like music. By 1912 he had moved beyond depiction to an art of pure sensation, where energetic lines and planes perform like instruments in a symphony. Improvisation 27 (Garden of Love II) exemplifies this leap, distilling the pulse of modern life into an expressive visual score that has influenced generations of artists.
The painting’s title hints at emotion and tenderness, yet the “garden” appears as a realm of feeling rather than a mapped place. During this early 20th‑century flowering of Expressionism, artists sought to convey the inner truth of an experience. Here, candescent reds and yellows collide with cooler blues and muted passages, creating a sense of movement and vitality that feels both urgent and celebratory—a fitting emblem of Kandinsky’s belief in art’s transformative power.
Look closely and you’ll see a choreography of circular forms and streaking, jagged lines. Smooth blends meet assertive, deliberate strokes; arcs suggest harmony and wholeness while slicing diagonals inject dramatic tension. The dominant red anchors the composition’s heat, yellow amplifies its radiant lift, and blue tempers the field with depth and calm. This interplay of warm and cool color, coupled with rhythmic mark‑making, invites endless re‑reading—making the print a powerful focal point in contemporary, mid‑century, and eclectic spaces alike.
A striking gift for lovers of modern art and design, this print suits occasions from housewarmings to weddings, birthdays, Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, or as a thoughtful gesture for anyone inspired by color, creativity, and the pioneering spirit of early abstraction.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 16x16in (40x40cm) version of this art print.
I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
This artwork is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The work is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present an art print without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas art and explore the differences between my different finishes.
Many of our maps and art prints are chosen as thoughtful gifts for homes, offices, studies and meaningful places.
Choose a framed option for the easiest ready-to-hang gift, or choose an unframed print if the recipient may prefer to select their own frame.
We make orders locally in 24 countries around the world, so gifts can often be produced close to the recipient. This helps them arrive faster, travel more safely, and avoid customs or import duty surprises.
- We can deliver directly to the recipient
- Framed pieces arrive ready to hang
- Unframed prints are carefully packed in a strong protective tube
- Almost every order is made locally, for faster, safer gifting
- 90-day returns give the recipient time to decide
If you are not sure what to choose, please contact us. We can help you pick the right map, size, finish or delivery option.
Most orders are made locally and delivered in around 2–3 working days, depending on the product, size and destination.
We print and frame maps and artwork in 24 countries around the world, so your order is usually made close to you or your recipient. That means faster delivery, less time in transit, and no customs or import duty surprises.
Personalised and customised pieces usually take an extra 1–2 working days, because we prepare your design and send it to you for approval before printing.
Very large framed orders can take a little longer, as they need extra care in production and delivery.
Every order is carefully packaged: unframed prints are sent in a strong protective tube, while framed pieces are securely packed with protective materials around the frame.
If you need your order by a particular date, please contact us before ordering. We’ll check the best production route and delivery option for your location.
Express delivery is available at checkout for most countries. Next-day delivery is available in the UK, US, Singapore and the UAE.
Your order is covered by our 90-day returns policy and 10-year guarantee.
Our standard frame is a gallery-style black ash hardwood frame, with a simple, modern look. It is approximately 20mm (0.8in) wide. You can also view some lovely customer photos of framed maps and art.
We use super-clear acrylic glazing, also known as Perspex or Acrylite, instead of traditional glass. It is lighter, safer, and has lower reflectivity, giving the artwork a clearer, cleaner appearance.
Six standard frame colours are available at no extra cost: black, dark brown, dark grey, oak, white, and antique gold. Custom framing and mounting/matting is also available for customers looking for something more specific.
Most maps, art prints, and illustrations are also available as a framed canvas. We use matte cotton canvas, stretch it over a sustainably sourced wooden box frame, and then float the piece within a wooden outer frame. The finished result is beautifully presented, with no glazing between you and the artwork.
All frames are supplied ready to hang, with either string or brackets fitted to the back. Very large frames will include heavy-duty hanging plates and/or a mounting baton. If you have any questions, please get in touch.
We can also supply old maps and artwork on canvas, foam board, cotton rag, and other materials.
If you would prefer to frame your map or artwork yourself, please read our size guide before ordering.
We work with interior designers, hospitality businesses, property professionals, offices and corporate buyers on individual pieces and larger coordinated projects.
This artwork can be adapted for a particular wall, room or project, and our workshop can help coordinate the dimensions, material and framing before production.
- Exact, oversized and made-to-measure dimensions
- Custom framing, mounting and alternative materials
- Coordinated pieces for several rooms or locations
- Art personalisation, to adjust the colour and style of the piece
- Art and framing guidance from our workshop
- Local production for projects around the world
Every restored art print begins with the original artist’s work—never an AI-generated replacement.
Our London studio works from carefully selected source material from museums, libraries, archives and private collections. We restore age-related damage, faded colour and imperfect reproduction while preserving the artist’s composition, brushwork, line, texture and period character.
We do not use generative AI to redraw, reinterpret or invent the artwork. Digital restoration is used only to recover and reproduce the original work as faithfully as possible.
Once restored, the master artwork is prepared for your chosen size and finish. Your piece is then printed and, where selected, framed close to its delivery destination.
Our giclée art prints use acid-free 200gsm archival matte paper and fade-resistant pigment inks for a rich, museum-quality finish. Framed art prints use crystal-clear optical acrylic and arrive ready to hang.
Framed canvas and specialist cotton-rag editions are also available. Learn more about our materials and finishes.
We’ve been restoring and producing maps and art prints since 1984, and we stand behind every piece.
Every order is covered by our 10-year guarantee and damage-free delivery guarantee. If your piece arrives damaged, we’ll replace or remake it free of charge. If anything else isn’t right, contact our workshop team and we’ll put it right promptly.
See our returns and refund policy for full details.
