Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis
By €899
An original, hand-painted oil “Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis” by Katarzyna Kwater-Więcek, a Polish painter. The work shows a man watching a clay court tennis match on television. A single piece, signed by the artist and sold with a certificate of authenticity. Collectable art, not a reproduction.
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- Signed by the artist “KW”, dated and inscribed on the back: “Nie śpię bo oglądam tenisa” (“Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis”) | KATARZYNA KWATER-WIĘCEK | 2026
- Oil on canvas, size 100 × 100 cm
- Ready to hang, free shipping, securely packed
- Certificate of authenticity issued by Serve and Volley Art
The original painting
For just about any tennis fan, this painting could be a self-portrait. A big match at the US Open or the Australian Open often turns into a late-night marathon: a dimly lit room, the bright rectangle of the screen, a coffee going cold nearby. It is a ritual every follower of the sport knows – the pull to be part of the event wherever in the world it is being played.
Katarzyna Kwater-Więcek’s painting is a study of exactly that: a man sitting in front of a screen with a match playing out on it, held still, separated from the action by the thin border of the display.
Oil on canvas, 100 × 100 cm. Painted in 2026, signed “KW” and inscribed on the reverse with the Polish title, the artist’s full name and the date. It comes with a certificate of authenticity issued by Serve and Volley Art, and it is the single piece from which the print and canvas editions were made.
The figure stays still, separated from the dynamic action by the thin border of the screen. The composition is about being held by a screen – present at the event, and entirely outside it.
The painting was made for Serve and Volley Art and photographed at several stages of work; that documentation travels with the piece. Once it is sold, no second version of this composition will be made.
What this artwork shows
Katarzyna Kwater-Więcek
A graduate of the Fine Arts Secondary School in Kraków and of graphic arts at the Pedagogical University of Kraków. By day she designs digital products, and that clearly shapes her painting. In her work she explores the relationship between people, technology and the image, which is why she often portrays a male figure staring at a screen as a symbol of the present day. She is drawn to that suspended state between focus and the hypnotic trance brought on by the content streaming from a display.
Original, one of one
A hand-made original. Oil on canvas, 100 × 100 cm. Signed by the artist, dated and described on the reverse, sold with a Serve and Volley Art certificate of authenticity. Collectible art in a single copy, not a reproduction.
- Oil on canvas, 100 × 100 cm, a hand-made original
- Signed “KW”, dated and inscribed on the reverse
- Certificate of authenticity, issued by Serve and Volley Art
- One of one, the single piece the print and canvas editions were made from
Who is this original for?
- You want a piece no one else ownsOne original, not a reproduction. A single existing work, signed by the artist, and yours alone.
- You’re looking for a genuinely exceptional giftAn original work of art is a gift with no equivalent, something remembered for years, especially by someone who lives for tennis.
- You collect artA quiet, uncommon way to build a private collection around the sport you love.
A gift for a tennis lover
- A wedding gift for a tennis-loving couple
- A one-of-a-kind piece, signed and sold with a certificate of authenticity
- A statement piece for a living room
- A statement piece for an office or a club
Fast dispatch and easy returns
Courier or pick-up point across the EU. Free delivery on orders of €129 or more.
Lead time: 1 to 3 working days for everything, originals included. Every piece is carefully protected for transport.
14 days to return, no reason needed. Send the work back unmarked in its original packaging and we refund the price of the piece.
Frequently asked questions
How does an original oil painting differ from a fine art reproduction or a canvas print?
An original painting is a physical work created from scratch by the artist, hand-painted on canvas. It is then digitised and sold as a reproduction (a fine art print or canvas print) in a numbered, limited edition of 50 copies. The reproduction retains the colour and content of the composition – the original retains the texture, material and physicality of the work. And it is unique.
What exactly does the certificate of authenticity contain?
The certificate includes the title of the work (“Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis”), the artist’s full name (Katarzyna Kwater-Więcek), the date of creation, the exact dimensions (100 × 100 cm), the technique (oil on canvas), the artist’s signature, and the Serve and Volley Art logo as the publisher.
How is the original artwork packaged for dispatch?
We pack the original artwork in a sturdy shipping box with a foam insert, an additional layer of bubble wrap and protective corner protectors to safeguard the edges of the painting. Dispatch via insured courier (DHL Premium), delivery time 1–3 working days.
Can I see the original before I buy it?
Yes. We can arrange a video call. During the call, you can view the painting from various angles in natural light.
What are the dimensions and technique of the painting “Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis”?
The original painting “Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis” is an oil on cotton canvas measuring 100 × 100 cm. Signed “KW” and inscribed on the reverse with the Polish title, “Nie śpię, bo oglądam tenisa”, the artist’s full name and the date, 2026.
Is “Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis” also available as a reproduction?
Yes. The artwork “Can’t Sleep, Watching Tennis” by Katarzyna Kwater-Więcek is available at SVA in three formats: as an original oil painting (one-off piece, the one you are currently viewing), as a tennis painting on canvas (limited edition, pigment print on Solution Canvas 365 gsm) and as a fine art tennis poster (limited edition of 50, giclée print on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308 gsm paper). Each format is a separate edition with its own print run and price.
Why does this original cost €899?
The price of the original includes: the hand-painted artwork (representing dozens of hours of the artist’s work), high-quality materials (cotton canvas, professional oil paints), a certificate of authenticity, insured premium courier delivery, photographic documentation of provenance, and the right to the sole copy of this composition. Katarzyna Kwater-Więcek is a Polish painter whose works have fetched significantly higher prices at auctions held by auction houses. An original is a purchase of original art for personal satisfaction and emotional value, not a financial investment with a guaranteed return.
