At the centre is a woman, elegant, confident, and entirely her own. Behind her, a darker, enigmatic figure lurks—turning the old “woman behind the man” story on its head. Who leads, who follows, and who’s really in charge? Klein leaves it deliciously open.

Set against a Deco-inspired backdrop, Klein blends glamour, mischief, and intrigue. The shadowed figure remains mysterious while the woman commands the spotlight, inviting viewers to step in and imagine the rest.

For lovers of narrative-driven, playful prints, The Man Behind is a delight—each glance revealing a new interpretation, a fresh story waiting to unfold.

Deborah KLEIN (1951 - )
'The Man Behind' 1991
linocut on paper
Image Size: 46 x 36 cm
Dimensions: 53 x 40 cm
Signed: Editioned, titled, signed 'Deborah Klein' and dated in lower margin.

Comes with Letter of Provenance

Printed on Nishi Nouchi paper.

Condition: Very Good: Describes a work of art's image as Excellent, but may show some small signs of surrounding wear to paper or frame. There are no tears to paper margin or disruption to the paint surface.

(c) The Artist or Assignee