Antonio Sciacca (1957) - Peonia (gold)

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Oil painting titled Peonia (gold), a contemporary portrait from Italy (2010–2020), measuring 50 by 70 cm, 800 g, signed by hand, original edition, in good condition.

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An elegant and symbolic work, where beauty and mystery coexist in perfect balance.
In "Peony gold", Antonio Sciacca constructs a refined composition on a dark background, highlighting the contrast between light and depth.
At the center emerges a golden mask: motionless, timeless, charged with meanings related to identity, appearance, and role.
Below, a majestic peony opens with force and grace. Flower traditionally associated with beauty, prosperity, and rebirth, it becomes here a vital element that dialogues with the rigidity of the mask, creating a poetic tension between nature and artificer.
The metaphysical atmosphere envelops the entire scene, suspending any spatio-temporal reference and inviting the viewer to a personal and introspective reading.
A work of strong visual impact, ideal for those seeking elegance, symbolism, and contemporary relevance.

An elegant and symbolic work, where beauty and mystery coexist in perfect balance.
In "Peony gold", Antonio Sciacca constructs a refined composition on a dark background, highlighting the contrast between light and depth.
At the center emerges a golden mask: motionless, timeless, charged with meanings related to identity, appearance, and role.
Below, a majestic peony opens with force and grace. Flower traditionally associated with beauty, prosperity, and rebirth, it becomes here a vital element that dialogues with the rigidity of the mask, creating a poetic tension between nature and artificer.
The metaphysical atmosphere envelops the entire scene, suspending any spatio-temporal reference and inviting the viewer to a personal and introspective reading.
A work of strong visual impact, ideal for those seeking elegance, symbolism, and contemporary relevance.

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Artist
Antonio Sciacca (1957)
Sold with frame
No
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Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Peonia (gold)
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Height
50 cm
Width
70 cm
Weight
800 g
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Contemporary
Period
2010-2020
ItalyVerified
Private

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