Samia Kerkeni - The Emergence

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Samia Kerkeni’s hand-signed original painting, The Emergence (2023), is a unique acrylic pour with metallic pigments on canvas.

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Samia Kerkeni - The Emergence

Original acrylic pouring with metallic pigments on canvas. 31 x 17 x 1 cm. Unique artwork from the Mineral Energy Series.

THE ARTWORK

A dark form rises from the lower edge of the canvas, narrows through the centre and opens into an angular silhouette against a pale field. Its contours suggest a figure caught in profile, then dissolve into folds of dusty rose, burgundy and pale blue. Above it, a faint pink trace seems to carry the movement into the open space.

The elongated format gives the composition its upward pull. Near the base, fine white cellular patterns spread across the rose passages, while ribbons of blue and cream wind through the darker paint. Higher up, these intricate currents give way to a quiet expanse where the weave of the canvas remains visible.

The painting has a surrealist quality. For a moment, the dark mass feels recognisable, as though a presence were taking shape. Follow its outline a little further and the image returns to flowing colour. That shift between recognition and uncertainty is at the heart of The Emergence.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Samia Kerkeni is a contemporary artist, doctor and researcher whose painting practice explores the behaviour of liquid pigments. In her Mineral Energy Series, she uses acrylic pouring to guide broad movements of colour and lets finer contours and cellular patterns develop where the pigments meet.

ARTWORK DETAILS

Artist - Samia Kerkeni
Title - The Emergence
Series - Mineral Energy Series
Technique - Acrylic pouring with metallic pigments on canvas
Protective finish - Acrylic medium applied to improve resistance to UV exposure and ambient humidity under normal display and care conditions
Dimensions - 31 x 17 x 1 cm, height x width x depth
Orientation - Portrait
Rarity - Unique original artwork, 1/1
Condition - Excellent studio condition, never restored
Signature - Hand-signed on the front and reverse
Reverse - Handwritten artwork information and a message by the artist
Presentation - Unframed

CERTIFICATE AND LIFETIME GUARANTEE

The painting comes with a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Abstract Art Gallery and is covered by the gallery's lifetime authenticity guarantee.

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 - The Emergence

Original acrylic pouring with metallic pigments on canvas. 31 x 17 x 1 cm. Unique artwork from the Mineral Energy Series.

THE ARTWORK

A dark form rises from the lower edge of the canvas, narrows through the centre and opens into an angular silhouette against a pale field. Its contours suggest a figure caught in profile, then dissolve into folds of dusty rose, burgundy and pale blue. Above it, a faint pink trace seems to carry the movement into the open space.

The elongated format gives the composition its upward pull. Near the base, fine white cellular patterns spread across the rose passages, while ribbons of blue and cream wind through the darker paint. Higher up, these intricate currents give way to a quiet expanse where the weave of the canvas remains visible.

The painting has a surrealist quality. For a moment, the dark mass feels recognisable, as though a presence were taking shape. Follow its outline a little further and the image returns to flowing colour. That shift between recognition and uncertainty is at the heart of The Emergence.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Samia Kerkeni is a contemporary artist, doctor and researcher whose painting practice explores the behaviour of liquid pigments. In her Mineral Energy Series, she uses acrylic pouring to guide broad movements of colour and lets finer contours and cellular patterns develop where the pigments meet.

ARTWORK DETAILS

Artist - Samia Kerkeni
Title - The Emergence
Series - Mineral Energy Series
Technique - Acrylic pouring with metallic pigments on canvas
Protective finish - Acrylic medium applied to improve resistance to UV exposure and ambient humidity under normal display and care conditions
Dimensions - 31 x 17 x 1 cm, height x width x depth
Orientation - Portrait
Rarity - Unique original artwork, 1/1
Condition - Excellent studio condition, never restored
Signature - Hand-signed on the front and reverse
Reverse - Handwritten artwork information and a message by the artist
Presentation - Unframed

CERTIFICATE AND LIFETIME GUARANTEE

The painting comes with a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Abstract Art Gallery and is covered by the gallery's lifetime authenticity guarantee.

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, Mixed technique
Title of artwork
The Emergence
Signature
Hand signed, Signed
Country of origin
Latvia
Year
2023
Colour
Black, Blue, Pink, Red, White
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
31 cm
Width
17 cm
Weight
1 kg
Depiction/theme
Interior scene
Style
Abstract
Period
2020+
LatviaVerified
258
Objects sold
100%
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