A beautifully expressive work by acclaimed American printmaker Irving Amen, The Heart is a Garden captures the quiet poetry of introspection and emotional growth. Executed in Amen’s signature bold, sculptural lines and richly layered colors, the composition depicts a young figure seated before an abundant bouquet of stylized flowers—each bloom rendered with symbolic geometry and vibrant hues. The imagery reflects Amen’s enduring fascination with the inner life, spirituality, and the universal search for meaning. This hand-signed and numbered color woodcut / lithograph (edition: 15/75) showcases Amen’s mastery of printmaking, where strong contrasts, carved textures, and harmonious tones come together to create depth and emotional resonance. The piece is presented in a complementary frame and retains its original margins, where the artist has titled and signed the work in pencil. A striking and contemplative print—perfect for collectors of mid-century American art, figurative expressionism, and fine printmaking.

Dimensions: 31.50” H 23.75” W 1.75" D Matted: 29” H 21.85” W Unmatted : 24.65” H 16” W