The Maharani (2026) Mixed media on 300gsm acid-free Fabriano paper 36 × 27 cm Hand-signed on the back Includes white border for easy framing Description The Maharani presents a moment of quiet authority and composed elegance. A reclining tiger rests against a rich red background, surrounded by soft floral forms that suggest the atmosphere of a secluded garden courtyard. The animal’s relaxed pose carries a sense of confidence and calm power—an image of quiet sovereignty rather than dramatic force. The warm palette of deep reds, earthy browns, and golden tones gives the painting a lush, atmospheric quality. The tiger’s form emerges through expressive layers of paint and pastel, with soft transitions of colour and subtle textural detail that animate the surface. Loose floral gestures and painterly marks in the background contrast with the presence of the animal, creating a balance between structure and spontaneity. Both regal and contemplative, The Maharani reflects Maria Titan’s interest in animals as symbolic figures—embodying character, presence, and narrative within intimate, painterly spaces. The work carries a quiet sense of theatre, inviting the viewer into a scene that feels both timeless and slightly surreal. Medium & Technique Mixed media (acrylic, watercolor, collage and pastel) 300gsm acid-free Fabriano paper Hand-signed by the artist This work should be framed behind glass to preserve the delicate surface. Condition New, in excellent condition Dimensions 36 × 27 cm actual painting (Unframed) There is a border around it for easy framing. Shipping Carefully packaged using acid-free materials with rigid protection to ensure safe delivery. Shipped via Cyprus Post to keep costs reasonable. UPS courier available for US collectors upon request. Please allow approximately 5–15 days for delivery after dispatch. Artist Maria Titan (b. 1978) is a contemporary mixed-media painter based in Nicosia, Cyprus. Her work blends realism, subtle surrealism, and quiet narrative observation, often transforming ordinary scenes into intimate, contemplative images. Working with acrylic, pastel, collage, and layered texture, she creates paintings celebrated for their warmth, colour, and Mediterranean sensibility. Her artworks are held in private collections across Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, South Africa, and Australia.