Gyl (XX) - Les Joyaux de la Nuit

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Estimate  € 2,500 - € 3,000
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€3
FR
€2
BE
€1

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About

A striking blue gaze emerges from the shadows. Adorned with gold and turquoise, this female figure commands a presence that is majestic, mysterious, and timeless.
The work makes strong use of contrast between the deep blue of the drapery, the richness of the golden ornaments, the almost luminous sparkle of turquoise stones, and the softness of the skin’s modeling. The profusion of jewelry, the meticulous embroidery and the adornments of the hair compose a precious universe evoking a sovereign from a dreamt-of Orient.
The face constitutes the true focal point of the composition. The clear gaze, directed at the viewer, introduces a subtle tension between distance and allure. The pose, calm and assured, reinforces the aristocratic character of the figure.
The palette deliberately narrowed to night blue, turquoise, gold, and warm skin tones gives the whole a strong visual unity. Against the dark background, the jewelry and decorative details take on a particular, almost theatrical intensity.
A decorative work with a strong presence, conceived as a portrait of femininity, elegance, and mystery, capable of becoming the focal point of a contemporary or classical interior.

Careful packaging. Secured shipping with insurance and tracking number. Certificate of authenticity and appraisal attached.
This work, created by artist Gyl, is unique and original. Any reproduction or copying is prohibited.

About the Artist

GYL is a French acclaimed painter and draftsman, renowned for her mastery of portraiture in oil on canvas. Her work, imbued with sensitivity and realism, captures the subject’s soul with remarkable technical precision and rare emotional depth.
GYL’s works are found in numerous private collections around the world, from the United States to Japan, via Europe. Her artistic universe captivates with its humanity, its elegance, and its ability to convey raw emotion through the refinement of oil on canvas.

About

A striking blue gaze emerges from the shadows. Adorned with gold and turquoise, this female figure commands a presence that is majestic, mysterious, and timeless.
The work makes strong use of contrast between the deep blue of the drapery, the richness of the golden ornaments, the almost luminous sparkle of turquoise stones, and the softness of the skin’s modeling. The profusion of jewelry, the meticulous embroidery and the adornments of the hair compose a precious universe evoking a sovereign from a dreamt-of Orient.
The face constitutes the true focal point of the composition. The clear gaze, directed at the viewer, introduces a subtle tension between distance and allure. The pose, calm and assured, reinforces the aristocratic character of the figure.
The palette deliberately narrowed to night blue, turquoise, gold, and warm skin tones gives the whole a strong visual unity. Against the dark background, the jewelry and decorative details take on a particular, almost theatrical intensity.
A decorative work with a strong presence, conceived as a portrait of femininity, elegance, and mystery, capable of becoming the focal point of a contemporary or classical interior.

Careful packaging. Secured shipping with insurance and tracking number. Certificate of authenticity and appraisal attached.
This work, created by artist Gyl, is unique and original. Any reproduction or copying is prohibited.

About the Artist

GYL is a French acclaimed painter and draftsman, renowned for her mastery of portraiture in oil on canvas. Her work, imbued with sensitivity and realism, captures the subject’s soul with remarkable technical precision and rare emotional depth.
GYL’s works are found in numerous private collections around the world, from the United States to Japan, via Europe. Her artistic universe captivates with its humanity, its elegance, and its ability to convey raw emotion through the refinement of oil on canvas.

Details

Artist
Gyl (XX)
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Les Joyaux de la Nuit
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
60 cm
Width
60 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
FranceVerified
359
Objects sold
100%
Private

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