Audrey and Her Vespa
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Audrey Hepburn, forever in motion
Audrey and Her Vespa is one of twelve original paintings I created for Italian fashion designer Jennifer Tattanelli’s collection on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida, inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s breakout role in Roman Holiday.
Inside the Art: The Story Behind Audrey and Her Vespa
Roman Holiday, the 1953 classic, made Hepburn an international icon overnight. Playing a sheltered princess who escapes her royal duties to explore Rome, she won the Academy Award for Best Actress opposite Gregory Peck, and the film’s story won an Academy Award of its own. Because the film was shot in black and white, I had to color the scene based entirely on his own interpretation, working in warm reds and oranges against dusty blues and white to capture the exhilaration of Hepburn’s character riding through the city.
Director William Wyler insisted on filming in the actual streets of Rome rather than on a soundstage, an unusual choice at the time that let the city itself become a character in the film. That decision turned landmarks like the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps into aspirational tourist destinations, and made the Vespa scooter ride an enduring fixture in pop culture, the same ride at the center of this painting.
Why Buy Audrey and Her Vespa:
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Rooted in film history
Inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s star-making role in Roman Holiday. -
Original color interpretation
Since the film was shot in black and white, the palette is entirely I’s own. -
Part of a curated collection
One of twelve originals created for designer Jennifer Tattanelli’s Worth Avenue collection. -
Iconic imagery
Captures the Vespa scooter ride that became a lasting symbol of the film.
Note: Gallery-wrapped canvas is only available in the 16x24 print size. Due to the nature of stretching canvas, the artwork may slightly wrap over the sides.
Framed paper comes with a gold frame. Framed canvas comes with a gold float frame.
Original painting SOLD to a private collector.
Production Time & Shipping
All orders are printed on demand and shipped directly to the customer. It takes approximately 7 days to produce a print, let it dry completely, and package it securely so it arrives in one piece.
UPS Ground shipping takes approximately 3-7 days, therefore we estimate your order will arrive 14 days after placing it*. There is an option to expedite shipping with UPS 3 Day Select, which can take up to 3 days. You will receive a shipping confirmation with tracking number once your order is en route.
*Shipping time is an estimate and unexpected delays can occur due to weather, national holidays, and global pandemics, to name a few.
Please notify us if your order is damaged upon arrival so we can file a claim with the carrier and produce a replacement for you.
Print Technique & Materials
Prints are reproductions of original paintings using a high-quality inkjet printing technique known as "giclee."
Unframed and framed artwork is printed on archival cotton rag paper, which is acid free and will resist fading and discoloration for generations. Unframed prints on paper are unsigned and feature a 1.5"-2" white border around the image. Most unframed prints are non-standard sizes and will require a custom mat to properly display the artwork, though the outer dimensions of the mat will fit standard frame sizes.
All framing is custom made to the exact specifications of each image, with an acid-free white mat and acrylic glazing (glass is prone to breaking when shipped). Most prints are non-traditional sizes and will not fit properly in mats or frames purchased off the shelf, therefore custom framing is recommended.
Canvas prints are referred to as "gallery-wrapped" because the color or image wraps around the sides of the canvas and it is stapled on the back. The canvas is wrapped around 1.5" deep wood stretcher bars and arrives ready to hang.
Framed canvas prints feature a "float frame," which has a 0.25" gap between the edge of the canvas and the frame moulding. The frame is 2" deep.
Custom Mat for Unframed Paper
Most unframed prints are non-standard sizes and will require a custom mat to properly display the artwork, though the outer dimensions of the mat will fit standard frame sizes.
You can purchase a custom mat from your local frame shop or online. If online, we suggest Matboard & More. Choose Arctic White in Decorative Quality, or if you prefer to upgrade, select White Art in Conservation Quality.
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