quattrocento - the italian renaissance in the 21st century | 2019

This striking abstract painting features a dominant deep blue background contrasted with bold accents of red and textured golden elements. The intertwined, braided golden form at the center adds a captivating focal point, its intricate details inviting closer inspection. Surrounding it, layers of brush strokes and textured surface create a sense of depth and complexity, enhancing the visual appeal. The red accents scattered throughout evoke a sense of movement and energy, while the overall composition balances the vibrant colors harmoniously.
This artwork would be a stunning centerpiece in modern living spaces, perfect for a contemporary lounge, a vibrant office, or an eclectic gallery wall. It can also enhance the aesthetics of a dining area, providing a conversation starter and complementing bold decor choices.

artwork # 304 | acrylic and plaster on canvas | red cloth | tuscan carved wooden altar piece | 24-carat gold foil | metal wire | beads | non-pareilles | rosso cinabro colour pigments | THE STORY BEHIND THIS ARTWORK in the summer of 2019 husband and I spent some six days in florence, italy, being so very fond of the italian renaissance period of the 15th century. colours were so bright and shiny the ancient used in their paintings that I started to rummage here and there trying to find some colour pigments for some future artwork ... not only did I find these red pigments called 'rosso cinabro' - italian for 'vermillion' , but I also stumbled upon a tiny store just a block from florence cathedral which had a wooden altar piece in its window. it can no longer be found in that store window anymore ... also would I like to pay hommage to the quattrocento ladies's gowns and snoods by incorporationg a red thick cloth and circle it with a sort of a hair net worn at that period ...