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Nest of Illusions

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Nest of Illusions
Nest of Illusions
Nest of Illusions
Nest of Illusions
Nest of Illusions
Nest of Illusions
Nest of Illusions
About the artist
Roula Chreim
Roula Chreim
Internationally acclaimed artist and curator, founder of Beirut Art World NGO, Roula Chreim shares reasons for an ongoing theme that surfaces in her work. Between extensive traveling in her previous career and being displaced after her house was dest...
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Material
acrylic on canvas
Size
100x100 cm
Price
5500 € incl. vat, excl. shipping & customs
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This captivating painting features a colorful harlequin figure, elegantly seated within an oval frame that echoes the enchanting essence of a whimsical fairytale. The figure is adorned in a vibrant patchwork of colors including red, blue, yellow, and green, set against a soft gradient background transitioning from warm oranges and yellows to cool greens. The harlequin's dramatic ruff and alluring makeup accentuate their artistic charm, while lush green foliage and vivid flowers frame the base of the oval, adding a touch of nature's beauty to the composition. Beyond the frame lies a surreal landscape of tall, slender trees and a striking black-and-white checkered path that leads the viewer's eye deeper into a magical forest, illuminated by a soft, ethereal light emanating from the background. The painting invokes a sense of curiosity and fantasy, melting together themes of nature, whimsy, and the art of performance.
This striking piece would work beautifully in a contemporary living room, adding a vibrant focal point above a sofa or mantel. It could also elegantly enhance a creative office space, inspiring innovative thinking. Ideal for spaces intended for artistic expression, such as galleries or studios, this artwork invites conversation and engages the imagination.

This painting captures a striking interplay between whimsy and mystery. At the center, a vibrant harlequin figure dressed in bold, multicolored patterns sits within a large, Russian-Egg-Shaped frame, symbolizing both fragility and transformation. The figure’s jester hat and ruffled collar add a playful, theatrical element, but the serene, almost melancholic expression suggests deeper layers of introspection. The background features a serene forest with towering, ethereal trees stretching toward the light, while the forest floor resembles a surreal, checkered pathway, creating an illusion of movement and depth. Floral elements surrounding the harlequin bring a touch of life and color, symbolizing the harmony between nature and human emotion. This captivating work explores themes of duality, concealment, and the passage between different worlds, inviting viewers to question what lies beneath the surface. 

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