A4_10242365 Portrait

£25.00

A4 picture in a 30×40 cm white mount (Frame NOT included).

This painting is a striking portrait that appears to blend elements of Cubism and Fauvism with a contemporary or stylized approach.

Style and Technique

  • Geometric Abstraction: The face and figure are heavily broken down into geometric shapes (triangles, rectangles, circles, and linear segments) reminiscent of Cubism. This fragmentation is used to structure the composition rather than purely to depict multiple perspectives.

  • Contour Lines: Prominent blue/cyan lines outline the facial features and geometric divisions. These strong contours define the structure and add a sense of graphic precision to the softer color fields.

  • Color Palette: The dominant colors are warm pinks, reds, and flesh tones, providing a passionate or introspective mood. These are contrasted with cooler cyan and teal accents in the background and dividing lines, creating a vibrant tension. The hair is rendered in warm ochres and oranges.

  • Texture: The visible brushwork and shading suggest the medium could be pastel, chalk, or a mixed media on a textured surface, giving the piece a palpable, slightly grainy quality.

Subject and Mood

  • The Subject: The painting depicts the head and shoulders of a woman. Her eyes are closed, suggesting a state of meditation, contemplation, or rest.

  • Pose and Gesture: Her head is slightly tilted, and a hand, also geometrically rendered, is resting near her cheek or ear. This gesture enhances the sense of introspection and quiet intensity.

  • Mood: The combination of closed eyes, the strong, angular structure, and the warm, intense colors creates a mood that is both vibrant and deeply personal. It feels like a moment captured in time, viewed through a complex geometric lens.

Key Takeaways

The work successfully marries a deeply human, emotional subject (a moment of quiet contemplation) with a rigorous, geometric, and abstracted style. The bold use of color and the strong linear structure make it a visually arresting piece.

A4 picture in a 30×40 cm white mount (Frame NOT included).

This painting is a striking portrait that appears to blend elements of Cubism and Fauvism with a contemporary or stylized approach.

Style and Technique

  • Geometric Abstraction: The face and figure are heavily broken down into geometric shapes (triangles, rectangles, circles, and linear segments) reminiscent of Cubism. This fragmentation is used to structure the composition rather than purely to depict multiple perspectives.

  • Contour Lines: Prominent blue/cyan lines outline the facial features and geometric divisions. These strong contours define the structure and add a sense of graphic precision to the softer color fields.

  • Color Palette: The dominant colors are warm pinks, reds, and flesh tones, providing a passionate or introspective mood. These are contrasted with cooler cyan and teal accents in the background and dividing lines, creating a vibrant tension. The hair is rendered in warm ochres and oranges.

  • Texture: The visible brushwork and shading suggest the medium could be pastel, chalk, or a mixed media on a textured surface, giving the piece a palpable, slightly grainy quality.

Subject and Mood

  • The Subject: The painting depicts the head and shoulders of a woman. Her eyes are closed, suggesting a state of meditation, contemplation, or rest.

  • Pose and Gesture: Her head is slightly tilted, and a hand, also geometrically rendered, is resting near her cheek or ear. This gesture enhances the sense of introspection and quiet intensity.

  • Mood: The combination of closed eyes, the strong, angular structure, and the warm, intense colors creates a mood that is both vibrant and deeply personal. It feels like a moment captured in time, viewed through a complex geometric lens.

Key Takeaways

The work successfully marries a deeply human, emotional subject (a moment of quiet contemplation) with a rigorous, geometric, and abstracted style. The bold use of color and the strong linear structure make it a visually arresting piece.