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The queen's gambit (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Nagui

40.64 x 50.8 x 1.91cm (unframed) / 40.64 x 50.8cm (actual image size)

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$2,000

"The Queen's Gambit" is an acrylic painting that captures a pivotal moment of intellectual tension. Set against a dramatic deep-orange background, a man with a composed expression and grey-streaked hair sits with legs crossed in a dark armchair, his golden-yellow suit jacket and green tie providing striking color contrast. A red curtain is drawn to the side, framing him. The scene is dominated by a chessboard where a single, red queen stands alone. This composition immediately sets a scene of strategy and decision. A hand, meticulously detailed with cufflinks and a small white pill, is poised near the man's chin, suggesting a strategic pause. The intense focus is further emphasized by his sharp, yellow-green eyes that look directly at the viewer, as if challenging us to make the next move. This powerful work beautifully conveys the psychological and emotional weight of chess, making it a compelling piece for any art enthusiast.

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"The Queen's Gambit" is an acrylic painting that captures a pivotal moment of intellectual tension. Set against a dramatic deep-orange background, a man with a composed expression and grey-streaked hair sits with legs crossed in a dark armchair, his golden-yellow suit jacket and green tie providing striking color contrast. A red curtain is drawn to the side, framing him. The scene is dominated by a chessboard where a single, red queen stands alone. This composition immediately sets a scene of strategy and decision. A hand, meticulously detailed with cufflinks and a small white pill, is poised near the man's chin, suggesting a strategic pause. The intense focus is further emphasized by his sharp, yellow-green eyes that look directly at the viewer, as if challenging us to make the next move. This powerful work beautifully conveys the psychological and emotional weight of chess, making it a compelling piece for any art enthusiast.

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acrylic

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Nagui Achamallah's artistic journey is one that spans continents and disciplines. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Nagui’s passion for painting blossomed during his college years, leading him to immerse himself in the independent fine... Read more

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