Michał Lenartowicz - Light - XXL

“Light” by Michał Lenartowicz is a powerful and restrained abstract painting that focuses on illumination as both a visual and symbolic presence. Unlike more rhythmically complex or gestural works, this composition is built around a single, quiet yet intense moment of emergence.

At the center of the canvas appears a luminous core of pale white and soft warm tones, surrounded by layered fields of deep blues, indigo, and near-black shades. The light seems to break through darkness, not abruptly, but gradually—its edges softened by overlapping, angular brushstrokes. This creates the impression of light discovered rather than imposed, as if it were revealed from within the painting itself.

The surrounding dark zones are not flat or empty; they are dense and textured, composed of overlapping planes that feel almost geological or architectural. Against this weight, the central glow gains emotional gravity. The contrast between light and darkness suggests themes of hope, transition, and inner clarity, without relying on literal representation.

Lenartowicz’s brushwork here is controlled and deliberate. The fragmented, faceted strokes around the light source give the surface a sense of quiet tension, as if the space is slowly opening. The composition draws the viewer inward, encouraging contemplation rather than movement across the canvas.

In its large scale, Light becomes an immersive and meditative experience. It does not overwhelm, but instead invites stillness and reflection. The painting can be read as a metaphor for perception itself—the moment when vision adjusts, when darkness gives way, and when meaning begins to take shape.

Overall, Light stands as a minimalist yet emotionally resonant work, demonstrating Lenartowicz’s ability to convey profound atmosphere through subtle contrasts, layered texture, and carefully balanced restraint.
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Overall size: 160x110cm

Size after stretcher: 150x100cm

The painting is signed on the back of the canvas.

Photos of the painting with the frame are for reference only.

Due to the size of the painting, the canvas will be shipped rolled up.