Title : LE GORILLE Artist : Alexandre Petrus Technique : Stencil, acrylic spray paint Support : Cotton canvas dimension : 61x46x2 cm year of creation : 2025 signature : Signed on the front with AP monogram authenticity : Comes with certificate of authenticity condition : Excellent --- ABOUT THE ARTWORK With this portrait, I wanted to place the viewer face-to-face with one of the most powerful and emotionally complex animals on Earth. The gorilla is often seen as a symbol of raw strength, but when you observe him closely, you find something deeper—an intelligence, a calm authority, and a quiet, grounded presence. My goal was to translate that duality into a visual language shaped by texture, contrast, and rhythm. The background is built with layered tones of emerald, teal, and subtle gold accents, creating an atmosphere between dense jungle and mineral light. Its organic patterns mirror the gorilla’s environment—wild, textured, and alive. I created it instinctively, using my spontaneous abstraction technique to contrast with the precision of the stencil work. The gorilla himself emerges through hundreds of hand-cut details, each one shaping the density of his fur, the contours of his massive frame, and most importantly, the depth of his gaze. I focused on the eyes as the emotional anchor of the piece. They reflect a mix of dignity, patience, and silent observation—the very qualities that make the gorilla so admired and respected. This artwork will appeal to collectors who appreciate wildlife represented not in a decorative way, but as a presence—something that holds space, invites contemplation, and radiates force without aggression. It’s a piece that fills a room with character and calm power. --- ABOUT THE ARTIST I’m Alexandre Petrus, a French stencil artist blending instinct and precision. I handcraft all my stencils and paint original artworks that merge pop culture, nature, mythology, and emotion. I create large murals across France, perform live paintings for weddings and corporate events, and develop series of unique canvases using my signature double-layer stencil technique. Each piece is entirely original — I reuse my hand-cut stencils, but every background is created spontaneously, making every artwork one of a kind. instagram : @alexandrepetrus.art site web : www.ap-art.fr --- SHIPPING The artwork will be carefully packaged and shipped in a sturdy, secure parcel, with tracking and insurance included.