Collaboration title selection: Ronny BoostA declaration of love to my wife.Link to this music video on Youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=knTvHRz_qnU
"XXI 8 - Elvis Costello plays I want you" by Uli Lächelt is a compelling painting that merges minimalist line work with textured abstraction. The artist captures the essence of Elvis Costello through delicate, almost sketch-like outlines that suggest the musician’s form and guitar, set against a muted, atmospheric backdrop of soft blues and warm ochres. The composition is anchored by the poignant handwritten text beneath the figure, which reads, "I can't say anymore than I love you / I want you / Everything else is a waste of breath," lending emotional depth and narrative to the piece. This painting balances simplicity and complexity, evoking both the intimacy of a personal performance and the broader resonance of heartfelt expression. The subtle interplay of color and line invites contemplation of music’s power to convey longing and vulnerability.
“XXI 8 - Elvis Costello plays I want you” was created by Uli Lächelt.
The price is 2,900 EUR.
The work measures 135 x 105 cm (height x width).
The medium is Acrylic on canvas. Classified as Expressive and gestural, People and portraits.
The work was completed in 2019.
