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A gentle hug (2026)Mixed-media painting by BAST

50 x 70 x 3cm (unframed)

14 Artist Reviews

£862.3

An original painting inspired by Gustav Klimt's famous "The Kiss," but executed in a completely new, contemporary style. The artwork depicts a tender scene: a man and a woman, their heads bowed together, their eyes closed. They seem to dissolve in a moment of deep intimacy and love. The man gently embraces the woman, and she cuddles close to him, conveying a feeling of warmth and trust.

The materials and technique lend this work a special charm. The painting is executed in acrylic paints using relief, lending volume and vibrancy to the image. Copper leaf, copper, bronze and gold mosaic create a shimmering and luxurious effect.

The composition's highlight is the semi-precious stones skillfully incorporated into the painting: agate, carnelian, amber, amberturine, mother-of-pearl, variscite, red coral, rose quartz, pearl, malachite, citrine, turquoise. Their vibrant colors and textures blend harmoniously with the copper and gold elements.

This painting is more than just a tribute to the theme of love and unity, embodied through the richness of natural materials and the artist's skill. It invites the viewer to pause, feel, and immerse themselves in an atmosphere of tenderness and mutual respect.


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About artist:

BAST creates artworks in a decorative style, likes to experiment with materials: mosaics, precious stones, glass, paints, texture, etc.

Irina became a laureate of the Recycling Art competition and presented her project at the large citywide festival ARTification.

The artist participated in 23 exhibitions in the USA, Canada, Russia, China and Europe.

In addition, Irina was awarded the diplomas "Best Works of 2016", "Best Works of 2019", a special diploma for creativity (International Association VATIKAM, France, Paris) and has a letter of thanks from the Luxembourg Art Prize.

The artist has publications in the following magazines: Bonart cultural (Spain), BONART Cultural, Girona (Spain), CONTEMPORAIN (France), Woman (Russia), Objectsmag (Rivista online indipendente, Italy), Poramoralarte (Spain), The News God (USA), GlamourBuff (USA).

Irina's artworks are kept in the collections of ArtMuse Contemporary Art Museum (Russia, St. Petersburg) and Art Recycling Museum (Russia, Kaluga), Ecological Museum MUMUKA (Russia, Kaliningrad).

Irina's paintings are in private collections in 28 countries

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Materials used:

Original painting, inspired by Gustav Klimt, created from natural stones, acrylic paints, relief contours. Base - stretched canvas on wooden frame

Details:

Tags:

#love#afro#lovers#afro american#valentine's day#gustav klimt#love gift#couple portrait#black skin#man woman
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An original painting inspired by Gustav Klimt's famous "The Kiss," but executed in a completely new, contemporary style. The artwork depicts a tender scene: a man and a woman, their heads bowed together, their eyes closed. They seem to dissolve in a moment of deep intimacy and love. The man gently embraces the woman, and she cuddles close to him, conveying a feeling of warmth and trust.

The materials and technique lend this work a special charm. The painting is executed in acrylic paints using relief, lending volume and vibrancy to the image. Copper leaf, copper, bronze and gold mosaic create a shimmering and luxurious effect.

The composition's highlight is the semi-precious stones skillfully incorporated into the painting: agate, carnelian, amber, amberturine, mother-of-pearl, variscite, red coral, rose quartz, pearl, malachite, citrine, turquoise. Their vibrant colors and textures blend harmoniously with the copper and gold elements.

This painting is more than just a tribute to the theme of love and unity, embodied through the richness of natural materials and the artist's skill. It invites the viewer to pause, feel, and immerse themselves in an atmosphere of tenderness and mutual respect.


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About artist:

BAST creates artworks in a decorative style, likes to experiment with materials: mosaics, precious stones, glass, paints, texture, etc.

Irina became a laureate of the Recycling Art competition and presented her project at the large citywide festival ARTification.

The artist participated in 23 exhibitions in the USA, Canada, Russia, China and Europe.

In addition, Irina was awarded the diplomas "Best Works of 2016", "Best Works of 2019", a special diploma for creativity (International Association VATIKAM, France, Paris) and has a letter of thanks from the Luxembourg Art Prize.

The artist has publications in the following magazines: Bonart cultural (Spain), BONART Cultural, Girona (Spain), CONTEMPORAIN (France), Woman (Russia), Objectsmag (Rivista online indipendente, Italy), Poramoralarte (Spain), The News God (USA), GlamourBuff (USA).

Irina's artworks are kept in the collections of ArtMuse Contemporary Art Museum (Russia, St. Petersburg) and Art Recycling Museum (Russia, Kaluga), Ecological Museum MUMUKA (Russia, Kaliningrad).

Irina's paintings are in private collections in 28 countries

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# Afro Europeans, Black Europeans, afro american, black skin, black people, couple portrait, afro, love, 14 february, valentine's day, love gift, lovers, Gustav Klimt inspired painting, love painting, romantic painting, bedroom painting, love art, gift for woman, gold painting, red dress, man and woman art, man woman painting, anniversary gift, love gift, klimt, lovers gift, mosaic painting, love couple art, gift idea for lovers, couple portrait, family portrait, bedroom wall art, bedroom decor aesthetic, couple gift, wedding gift, anniversary gift for couple, engagement gift for couple, romantic gifts for her, original artwork, artwork for wall

Materials used:

Original painting, inspired by Gustav Klimt, created from natural stones, acrylic paints, relief contours. Base - stretched canvas on wooden frame

Details:

Tags:

#love#afro#lovers#afro american#valentine's day#gustav klimt#love gift#couple portrait#black skin#man woman
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Hi! My name is Irina BAST. I find my happiness in doing art. Art is a part of my soul, my energy, my vision of the world. I like to... Read more

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