SAMIA KERKENI - WHERE TWO WORLDS MEET

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Samia Kerkeni’s 2022 unique original, *Where Two Worlds Meet*, is an abstract 50 × 50 cm canvas made with acrylic pouring and artistic pigments, and is hand-signed.

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SAMIA KERKENI — WHERE TWO WORLDS MEET — 2022
UNIQUE ORIGINAL ACRYLIC POURING AND ARTISTIC PIGMENTS ON CANVAS

Artist: Samia Kerkeni
Title: Where Two Worlds Meet
Year: 2022
Medium: Acrylic pouring and artistic pigments on canvas
Dimensions: 50 × 50 × 1 cm
Rarity: Unique original artwork — 1/1
Signature: Hand-signed “S. Kerkeni” on the front; signed and fully documented on the reverse
Condition: Excellent — new, never displayed
Frame: Not included
Certificate of Authenticity: Included, issued by Abstract Art Gallery
Series: Mineral Energy Series
Provenance: Abstract Art Gallery, Riga

Where Two Worlds Meet explores the beauty that emerges when two opposing forces encounter one another.

Across the composition, luminous turquoise, icy white and mineral grey meet powerful passages of rust, copper, ochre and deep black. These contrasting chromatic territories appear to collide, dissolve and gradually become inseparable.

The meeting point between the two worlds forms the emotional centre of the artwork. Rather than creating division, the contrast generates movement, transformation and a new visual harmony.

The composition may evoke water meeting earth, ice encountering volcanic matter, a coastline observed from above or two distant landscapes merging into a single living territory. Kerkeni deliberately leaves the imagery open, allowing every viewer to discover a personal interpretation within the flowing pigments.

FLUID ABSTRACTION AND ORGANIC STRUCTURES

The artwork was created through a controlled acrylic pouring process using professional acrylic colours and artistic pigments.

The canvas was worked horizontally, allowing the pigments to move, interact and form natural transitions. Kerkeni carefully guided the flow while preserving the spontaneous reactions occurring between colours of different densities.

Turquoise and white spread into delicate currents and cellular formations. Copper, rust and black gather into denser mineral structures. Between them, fine lines and organic patterns create the impression of erosion, sediment, foam, geological matter and moving water.

The technique combines artistic control with the natural behaviour of fluid paint. Although the general movement is directed by the artist, the smallest formations can never be recreated identically. This makes Where Two Worlds Meet a genuinely unique and unreproducible original artwork.

COLOUR AND SYMBOLISM

The cool side of the composition is dominated by turquoise, white and mineral grey. These colours suggest clarity, openness, water, air and renewal.

The warmer territory brings together rust, copper, ochre and deep black, evoking earth, fire, strength and geological memory.

Their encounter expresses the possibility of harmony between apparent opposites. The work suggests that transformation does not require one force to erase the other. Something new can begin precisely at the point where differences meet.

The composition carries a message of connection, balance and positive transformation.

ARTIST’S HANDWRITTEN MESSAGE

On the reverse, Samia Kerkeni has handwritten the following words:

“Where two worlds meet, something beautiful begins.”

This inscription forms an integral part of the artwork and reinforces its conceptual meaning.

THE ARTIST

Born in 1980, Samia Kerkeni is a contemporary artist whose practice explores matter, colour, movement and the interaction of light with fluid surfaces.

A doctor and researcher, she brings a spirit of experimentation and observation to her artistic process. Her abstract compositions are inspired by oceans, invisible currents, mineral formations and the continual transformation of matter.

Working with acrylic, artistic pigments, pouring and mixed techniques, Kerkeni creates compositions in which colour behaves like a living force. Cool blues and turquoises frequently encounter brilliant whites, mineral greys, warm earth tones and metallic accents.

Each artwork is developed through a gradual and carefully observed process. The artist balances control and spontaneity, guiding the material while allowing organic formations to emerge naturally.

Her works are represented internationally by Abstract Art Gallery, Riga.

SIGNATURE AND AUTHENTICATION

The artwork is hand-signed “S. Kerkeni” on the front.

The reverse contains the artist’s signature, complete artwork information and handwritten poetic message.

The painting is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Abstract Art Gallery, Riga.

It is a unique original artwork, not a print, reproduction or edition.

CONDITION

Excellent condition — new and never displayed.

The photographs form an integral part of the description. They document the complete composition, genuine colour transitions, pigment formations, surface details, signature and reverse of the artwork.

FRAME AND PRESENTATION

The artwork is supplied without a decorative frame.

Any framed or interior presentation shown in contextual photographs is for visual reference only and is not included in the sale.

Because the painting is supplied flat, the collector may select a mounting and framing solution adapted to the intended interior.

PROVENANCE

Artist → Abstract Art Gallery, Riga.

CERTIFICATE AND LIFETIME AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE

A Certificate of Authenticity issued by Abstract Art Gallery accompanies the artwork.

The work is also protected by the gallery’s lifetime authenticity guarantee. Abstract Art Gallery permanently supports the identification, documentation and provenance of the artwork.

PROFESSIONAL FLAT DELIVERY

For the protection of its painted surface and fluid pigment structures, this artwork will never be rolled and will never be shipped in a tube.

It will be delivered exclusively flat.

The painted surface will be carefully covered with non-abrasive protective material before the artwork is secured between rigid reinforced XPS panels. Reinforced corners and additional exterior packaging will be added to protect the work against pressure, movement, moisture and impact during transport.

Professional worldwide delivery via DHL Express with tracking.

The tracking information will be communicated after dispatch. Abstract Art Gallery provides dedicated assistance before, during and after delivery.

Seller's Story

ABSTRACT ART GALLERY Abstract, sculptural & contemporary paintings — Unique artworks — Lifetime guarantee — Worldwide free shipping Fast dispatch from Riga International Airport within 24 to 48 hours after order confirmation. Delivery time then depends on the collector's country and the international carrier. Every artwork is carefully packaged, accompanied by its certificate of authenticity, and benefits from a lifetime guarantee. The gallery is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via Catawiki messaging for any advice, tracking, or information. For collectors, resellers and galleries: artworks can be held by the gallery, perfectly stored and ready. Gift packaging, certificate, artwork message, and custom dedication included. Direct shipping to your client available on request. Abstract Art Gallery (SIA Positive International Art) is a contemporary art gallery founded in 2010, based in Riga, Latvia, specialising in contemporary abstraction, sculptural minimalism, and in-depth research on materials, textures, and depth. The gallery represents a curated roster of contemporary artists, each bringing a distinct technique and artistic language — from acrylic pouring and sculptural relief to mixed media on canvas and 3D acrylic-resin work. Every artist is selected for their commitment to material research, craftsmanship, and long-term artistic integrity. Types of works available The gallery offers exclusively original contemporary artworks, carefully selected, including abstract minimalist works, textured and sculptural compositions, relief and 3D pieces, and large-scale wall pieces with strong architectural presence. Custom commissions are available upon request across the gallery's roster of artists. Any format, dimension, or colour palette that can be conceived and realised can be created, tailored precisely to your space and vision. Standard formats include 50 × 50 cm, 50 × 70 cm, 61 × 91 cm, 120 × 120 cm, 123 × 53 cm, as well as larger formats depending on the work. Depths generally range from 0.2 cm (canvas works) to 5–7 cm, and can reach up to 12 cm for certain sculptural pieces, offering a strong interaction between form, light, and space. Frames and presentation options include US Box white, US Box black, slim aluminium frame, protective transport tube for unframed canvases, and other premium finishing options available on request. Materials and Quality Works are created using high-end materials selected across Europe, with particular attention given to quality, stability, and longevity. Depending on the artist and the piece, the gallery uses premium wood supports, professional-grade canvas, fine acrylic pigments, natural fibers, resin, and finishes selected for their long-term resistance. Each work is presented with careful attention to detail, finish, and presentation. Expertise and Artistic Vision Abstract Art Gallery stands apart through a curatorial approach that combines artistic sensitivity with material research — continuous exploration of texture, pigment, matter, and light across its artists' practices. Works are designed to integrate into modern interiors, architectural spaces, executive offices, hotels, galleries, and private collections, while maintaining a strong artistic identity. For Collectors Works offered by the gallery are conceived as genuine artistic investments, with high durability, museum-level quality, and an aesthetic designed to transcend time. Shipping is free worldwide, carefully protected and insured, and every work benefits from a lifetime guarantee on colour fastness and material quality under normal exhibition conditions. Custom commissions are welcome. Whether you have a specific size, a particular colour palette, or a precise vision for your space, our artists can create a work tailored exactly to what you have in mind. Contact us via Catawiki messaging to discuss your project. Abstract Art Gallery Contemporary Art — Sculptural & Abstract Works — Multiple Represented Artists Gallery Quality — Artistic Research — Excellence in Materials
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SAMIA KERKENI — WHERE TWO WORLDS MEET — 2022
UNIQUE ORIGINAL ACRYLIC POURING AND ARTISTIC PIGMENTS ON CANVAS

Artist: Samia Kerkeni
Title: Where Two Worlds Meet
Year: 2022
Medium: Acrylic pouring and artistic pigments on canvas
Dimensions: 50 × 50 × 1 cm
Rarity: Unique original artwork — 1/1
Signature: Hand-signed “S. Kerkeni” on the front; signed and fully documented on the reverse
Condition: Excellent — new, never displayed
Frame: Not included
Certificate of Authenticity: Included, issued by Abstract Art Gallery
Series: Mineral Energy Series
Provenance: Abstract Art Gallery, Riga

Where Two Worlds Meet explores the beauty that emerges when two opposing forces encounter one another.

Across the composition, luminous turquoise, icy white and mineral grey meet powerful passages of rust, copper, ochre and deep black. These contrasting chromatic territories appear to collide, dissolve and gradually become inseparable.

The meeting point between the two worlds forms the emotional centre of the artwork. Rather than creating division, the contrast generates movement, transformation and a new visual harmony.

The composition may evoke water meeting earth, ice encountering volcanic matter, a coastline observed from above or two distant landscapes merging into a single living territory. Kerkeni deliberately leaves the imagery open, allowing every viewer to discover a personal interpretation within the flowing pigments.

FLUID ABSTRACTION AND ORGANIC STRUCTURES

The artwork was created through a controlled acrylic pouring process using professional acrylic colours and artistic pigments.

The canvas was worked horizontally, allowing the pigments to move, interact and form natural transitions. Kerkeni carefully guided the flow while preserving the spontaneous reactions occurring between colours of different densities.

Turquoise and white spread into delicate currents and cellular formations. Copper, rust and black gather into denser mineral structures. Between them, fine lines and organic patterns create the impression of erosion, sediment, foam, geological matter and moving water.

The technique combines artistic control with the natural behaviour of fluid paint. Although the general movement is directed by the artist, the smallest formations can never be recreated identically. This makes Where Two Worlds Meet a genuinely unique and unreproducible original artwork.

COLOUR AND SYMBOLISM

The cool side of the composition is dominated by turquoise, white and mineral grey. These colours suggest clarity, openness, water, air and renewal.

The warmer territory brings together rust, copper, ochre and deep black, evoking earth, fire, strength and geological memory.

Their encounter expresses the possibility of harmony between apparent opposites. The work suggests that transformation does not require one force to erase the other. Something new can begin precisely at the point where differences meet.

The composition carries a message of connection, balance and positive transformation.

ARTIST’S HANDWRITTEN MESSAGE

On the reverse, Samia Kerkeni has handwritten the following words:

“Where two worlds meet, something beautiful begins.”

This inscription forms an integral part of the artwork and reinforces its conceptual meaning.

THE ARTIST

Born in 1980, Samia Kerkeni is a contemporary artist whose practice explores matter, colour, movement and the interaction of light with fluid surfaces.

A doctor and researcher, she brings a spirit of experimentation and observation to her artistic process. Her abstract compositions are inspired by oceans, invisible currents, mineral formations and the continual transformation of matter.

Working with acrylic, artistic pigments, pouring and mixed techniques, Kerkeni creates compositions in which colour behaves like a living force. Cool blues and turquoises frequently encounter brilliant whites, mineral greys, warm earth tones and metallic accents.

Each artwork is developed through a gradual and carefully observed process. The artist balances control and spontaneity, guiding the material while allowing organic formations to emerge naturally.

Her works are represented internationally by Abstract Art Gallery, Riga.

SIGNATURE AND AUTHENTICATION

The artwork is hand-signed “S. Kerkeni” on the front.

The reverse contains the artist’s signature, complete artwork information and handwritten poetic message.

The painting is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Abstract Art Gallery, Riga.

It is a unique original artwork, not a print, reproduction or edition.

CONDITION

Excellent condition — new and never displayed.

The photographs form an integral part of the description. They document the complete composition, genuine colour transitions, pigment formations, surface details, signature and reverse of the artwork.

FRAME AND PRESENTATION

The artwork is supplied without a decorative frame.

Any framed or interior presentation shown in contextual photographs is for visual reference only and is not included in the sale.

Because the painting is supplied flat, the collector may select a mounting and framing solution adapted to the intended interior.

PROVENANCE

Artist → Abstract Art Gallery, Riga.

CERTIFICATE AND LIFETIME AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE

A Certificate of Authenticity issued by Abstract Art Gallery accompanies the artwork.

The work is also protected by the gallery’s lifetime authenticity guarantee. Abstract Art Gallery permanently supports the identification, documentation and provenance of the artwork.

PROFESSIONAL FLAT DELIVERY

For the protection of its painted surface and fluid pigment structures, this artwork will never be rolled and will never be shipped in a tube.

It will be delivered exclusively flat.

The painted surface will be carefully covered with non-abrasive protective material before the artwork is secured between rigid reinforced XPS panels. Reinforced corners and additional exterior packaging will be added to protect the work against pressure, movement, moisture and impact during transport.

Professional worldwide delivery via DHL Express with tracking.

The tracking information will be communicated after dispatch. Abstract Art Gallery provides dedicated assistance before, during and after delivery.

Seller's Story

ABSTRACT ART GALLERY Abstract, sculptural & contemporary paintings — Unique artworks — Lifetime guarantee — Worldwide free shipping Fast dispatch from Riga International Airport within 24 to 48 hours after order confirmation. Delivery time then depends on the collector's country and the international carrier. Every artwork is carefully packaged, accompanied by its certificate of authenticity, and benefits from a lifetime guarantee. The gallery is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via Catawiki messaging for any advice, tracking, or information. For collectors, resellers and galleries: artworks can be held by the gallery, perfectly stored and ready. Gift packaging, certificate, artwork message, and custom dedication included. Direct shipping to your client available on request. Abstract Art Gallery (SIA Positive International Art) is a contemporary art gallery founded in 2010, based in Riga, Latvia, specialising in contemporary abstraction, sculptural minimalism, and in-depth research on materials, textures, and depth. The gallery represents a curated roster of contemporary artists, each bringing a distinct technique and artistic language — from acrylic pouring and sculptural relief to mixed media on canvas and 3D acrylic-resin work. Every artist is selected for their commitment to material research, craftsmanship, and long-term artistic integrity. Types of works available The gallery offers exclusively original contemporary artworks, carefully selected, including abstract minimalist works, textured and sculptural compositions, relief and 3D pieces, and large-scale wall pieces with strong architectural presence. Custom commissions are available upon request across the gallery's roster of artists. Any format, dimension, or colour palette that can be conceived and realised can be created, tailored precisely to your space and vision. Standard formats include 50 × 50 cm, 50 × 70 cm, 61 × 91 cm, 120 × 120 cm, 123 × 53 cm, as well as larger formats depending on the work. Depths generally range from 0.2 cm (canvas works) to 5–7 cm, and can reach up to 12 cm for certain sculptural pieces, offering a strong interaction between form, light, and space. Frames and presentation options include US Box white, US Box black, slim aluminium frame, protective transport tube for unframed canvases, and other premium finishing options available on request. Materials and Quality Works are created using high-end materials selected across Europe, with particular attention given to quality, stability, and longevity. Depending on the artist and the piece, the gallery uses premium wood supports, professional-grade canvas, fine acrylic pigments, natural fibers, resin, and finishes selected for their long-term resistance. Each work is presented with careful attention to detail, finish, and presentation. Expertise and Artistic Vision Abstract Art Gallery stands apart through a curatorial approach that combines artistic sensitivity with material research — continuous exploration of texture, pigment, matter, and light across its artists' practices. Works are designed to integrate into modern interiors, architectural spaces, executive offices, hotels, galleries, and private collections, while maintaining a strong artistic identity. For Collectors Works offered by the gallery are conceived as genuine artistic investments, with high durability, museum-level quality, and an aesthetic designed to transcend time. Shipping is free worldwide, carefully protected and insured, and every work benefits from a lifetime guarantee on colour fastness and material quality under normal exhibition conditions. Custom commissions are welcome. Whether you have a specific size, a particular colour palette, or a precise vision for your space, our artists can create a work tailored exactly to what you have in mind. Contact us via Catawiki messaging to discuss your project. Abstract Art Gallery Contemporary Art — Sculptural & Abstract Works — Multiple Represented Artists Gallery Quality — Artistic Research — Excellence in Materials
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Details

Edition
Original
Sold by
Gallery
Sold with frame
No
Artist
SAMIA KERKENI
Technique
Acrylic painting, Mixed media
Title of artwork
WHERE TWO WORLDS MEET
Signature
Hand signed, Signed
Country of origin
Latvia
Year
2022
Colour
Black, Bronze, Brown, Multicolour, Turquoise, White
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
50 cm
Weight
2 kg
Depiction/theme
Seascape
Style
Abstract
Period
2020+
LatviaVerified
258
Objects sold
100%
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