Aga_Rek - Sjesta





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Aga_Rek’s original acrylic painting “Sjesta”, dated 2000, is signed and measures 100 × 70 cm.
Description from the seller
“Siesta” – Contemporary Painting
The painting depicts a white dog resting in a relaxed, almost theatrical pose on an intense red upholstered sofa. The animal’s stretched-out body, with its head resting against the armrest and paws pointing in different directions, brings a touch of humor, carefree ease, and everyday intimacy to the composition.
The composition is built around a striking color contrast. Dominant shades of red, crimson, burgundy, and pink are set against cool blues and white, which define the dog’s figure. Energetic brushstrokes, the visible texture of the paint, and the sketch-like treatment of some details emphasize the expressive character of the painting.
The decorative floral motif on the sofa’s backrest subtly evokes classic interiors, while the bold colors and free interpretation of form give the work a distinctly contemporary feel.
The painting combines figurative imagery with painterly expression, and its slightly playful subject matter makes it a distinctive accent in both modern and eclectic interiors.
Artwork details
- Title: “Siesta” (suggested)
- Dimensions: 100 × 70 cm
- Orientation: Horizontal
- Style: Contemporary expressive figurative painting
- Colors: Crimson, burgundy, pink, blue, white, and ochre accents
- Artwork type: Original painted composition
The painting looks particularly striking in avant-garde and eclectic interiors, where its vivid colors serve as a deliberate element of the spatial composition.
The artist is Aga_Rek, a multimedia artist with an exhibition record. The themes of her paintings and artistic collages revolve around the passage of time, transience, and disappearance. Learn more about the artist: https://www.instagram.com/aga_rek_?obrf=MTkxYjl6ZzVhMWh5aw==
Shipping:
The painting will be shipped on its original stretcher, without rolling the canvas. It will be carefully protected with protective material, corner guards, and sturdy packaging suitable for transporting works of art. International shipping with a tracking number is available.
“Siesta” – Contemporary Painting
The painting depicts a white dog resting in a relaxed, almost theatrical pose on an intense red upholstered sofa. The animal’s stretched-out body, with its head resting against the armrest and paws pointing in different directions, brings a touch of humor, carefree ease, and everyday intimacy to the composition.
The composition is built around a striking color contrast. Dominant shades of red, crimson, burgundy, and pink are set against cool blues and white, which define the dog’s figure. Energetic brushstrokes, the visible texture of the paint, and the sketch-like treatment of some details emphasize the expressive character of the painting.
The decorative floral motif on the sofa’s backrest subtly evokes classic interiors, while the bold colors and free interpretation of form give the work a distinctly contemporary feel.
The painting combines figurative imagery with painterly expression, and its slightly playful subject matter makes it a distinctive accent in both modern and eclectic interiors.
Artwork details
- Title: “Siesta” (suggested)
- Dimensions: 100 × 70 cm
- Orientation: Horizontal
- Style: Contemporary expressive figurative painting
- Colors: Crimson, burgundy, pink, blue, white, and ochre accents
- Artwork type: Original painted composition
The painting looks particularly striking in avant-garde and eclectic interiors, where its vivid colors serve as a deliberate element of the spatial composition.
The artist is Aga_Rek, a multimedia artist with an exhibition record. The themes of her paintings and artistic collages revolve around the passage of time, transience, and disappearance. Learn more about the artist: https://www.instagram.com/aga_rek_?obrf=MTkxYjl6ZzVhMWh5aw==
Shipping:
The painting will be shipped on its original stretcher, without rolling the canvas. It will be carefully protected with protective material, corner guards, and sturdy packaging suitable for transporting works of art. International shipping with a tracking number is available.

