Sonny Insinna - Silent North
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Sonny Insinna, Silent North, oil and mixed media on canvas (unstretched), 140 × 80 cm, Original, hand-signed by the artist, Travel series (2020+), depicting animals, weight 3 kg, in excellent condition.
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Silent North
Series: Travel
"Every journey leaves a trace. Some cross the land, others cross silence."
This artwork belongs to Travel, an ongoing series by Sonny Insinna in which animals become the guardians of hope. Forced to abandon their natural habitats because of the destruction caused by humankind, they embark on symbolic journeys in search of a place where life, freedom, and harmony can still endure.
In Silent North, a majestic polar bear rises from the icy waters while a raven rests gently upon its head. This is not a gesture of dominance, but one of trust and companionship. Together, they move toward an unseen horizon, carrying the weight of memory while embracing the possibility of a new beginning.
The polar bear embodies both the strength and vulnerability of nature, standing as a powerful reminder of ecosystems threatened by climate change. The raven—an ancient symbol in Northern mythology—becomes a guide, a witness, and a silent messenger, accompanying this timeless journey through a landscape where sea, ice, and sky dissolve into one ethereal space.
Layers of translucent blues, expressive charcoal marks, and rich oil textures evoke the vastness of the Arctic without depicting it literally, inviting the viewer into an emotional landscape where silence becomes the true protagonist.
Rather than portraying a place, Silent North speaks of resilience—the quiet determination to continue moving forward, even when the world behind has begun to disappear.
Oil, ink and charcoal on canvas.
Dimensions
140 × 80 cm
Support
Canvas only (unstretched and unframed).
The artwork will be shipped carefully rolled in a professional rigid tube, ready for stretching.
Authenticity
Original one-of-a-kind artwork, hand-signed by the artist.
Supplied with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Condition
Excellent condition.
Shipping
Professionally packed and shipped rolled in a rigid tube with tracked international delivery.
Mock-up Notice
Interior mock-up images are for presentation purposes only and may not accurately represent the artwork's actual dimensions. Please refer to the measurements provided in the listing.
Shipping: The artwork is shipped unstretched and unframed for safe international transport. The canvas has previously been stretched and therefore includes sufficient margins for professional re-stretching on a wooden frame. It will be carefully rolled and packed in a heavy-duty protective tube.
Seller's Story
Active since 1998, Sonny Insinna studied at the Almeyda Art High School and graduated in Painting (First and Second level) from the Academy of Fine Arts of Palermo. His works are part of public collections and museums, including: G. Sciortino Civic Museum (Monreale), Trapani Bishop's Seminary, Stauros Contemporary Art Museum (Teramo), Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (Pennsylvania, USA).
He has exhibited in numerous institutional contexts in Italy and abroad: Palazzo Ziino (Palermo), Valentina’s Art Gallery (Charleston, USA), Torre dei Ventimiglia (Montelepre), Galleria A Sud ArteContemporanea (Realmonte), Sacro Convento di Assisi, and Biennale d’Arte Sacra (USA).
In 2011, he founded the Free School of Visual Arts 'Mialò Art.' In 2024, he published the manual 'Colors in Balance.'
For years, he has focused his research on the languages of contemporary art, with particular attention to figuration and the symbolic dimension.
Translated by Google TranslateSilent North
Series: Travel
"Every journey leaves a trace. Some cross the land, others cross silence."
This artwork belongs to Travel, an ongoing series by Sonny Insinna in which animals become the guardians of hope. Forced to abandon their natural habitats because of the destruction caused by humankind, they embark on symbolic journeys in search of a place where life, freedom, and harmony can still endure.
In Silent North, a majestic polar bear rises from the icy waters while a raven rests gently upon its head. This is not a gesture of dominance, but one of trust and companionship. Together, they move toward an unseen horizon, carrying the weight of memory while embracing the possibility of a new beginning.
The polar bear embodies both the strength and vulnerability of nature, standing as a powerful reminder of ecosystems threatened by climate change. The raven—an ancient symbol in Northern mythology—becomes a guide, a witness, and a silent messenger, accompanying this timeless journey through a landscape where sea, ice, and sky dissolve into one ethereal space.
Layers of translucent blues, expressive charcoal marks, and rich oil textures evoke the vastness of the Arctic without depicting it literally, inviting the viewer into an emotional landscape where silence becomes the true protagonist.
Rather than portraying a place, Silent North speaks of resilience—the quiet determination to continue moving forward, even when the world behind has begun to disappear.
Oil, ink and charcoal on canvas.
Dimensions
140 × 80 cm
Support
Canvas only (unstretched and unframed).
The artwork will be shipped carefully rolled in a professional rigid tube, ready for stretching.
Authenticity
Original one-of-a-kind artwork, hand-signed by the artist.
Supplied with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Condition
Excellent condition.
Shipping
Professionally packed and shipped rolled in a rigid tube with tracked international delivery.
Mock-up Notice
Interior mock-up images are for presentation purposes only and may not accurately represent the artwork's actual dimensions. Please refer to the measurements provided in the listing.
Shipping: The artwork is shipped unstretched and unframed for safe international transport. The canvas has previously been stretched and therefore includes sufficient margins for professional re-stretching on a wooden frame. It will be carefully rolled and packed in a heavy-duty protective tube.
Seller's Story
Active since 1998, Sonny Insinna studied at the Almeyda Art High School and graduated in Painting (First and Second level) from the Academy of Fine Arts of Palermo. His works are part of public collections and museums, including: G. Sciortino Civic Museum (Monreale), Trapani Bishop's Seminary, Stauros Contemporary Art Museum (Teramo), Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (Pennsylvania, USA).
He has exhibited in numerous institutional contexts in Italy and abroad: Palazzo Ziino (Palermo), Valentina’s Art Gallery (Charleston, USA), Torre dei Ventimiglia (Montelepre), Galleria A Sud ArteContemporanea (Realmonte), Sacro Convento di Assisi, and Biennale d’Arte Sacra (USA).
In 2011, he founded the Free School of Visual Arts 'Mialò Art.' In 2024, he published the manual 'Colors in Balance.'
For years, he has focused his research on the languages of contemporary art, with particular attention to figuration and the symbolic dimension.
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Artist
Sonny Insinna
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Silent North
Technique
Mixed technique, Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Height
80 cm
Width
140 cm
Weight
3 kg
Depiction/theme
Animals
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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