Original artwork description:

This painting presents a contemporary icon: a serene female figure draped in deep black, seated in quiet authority beside a black cat. Both figures are crowned with radiant gold halos, immediately evoking sacred iconography, yet the realism of the face and posture anchors the work firmly in the present. The composition invites the viewer into a meditative pause — a moment where stillness becomes power.

The woman’s gaze is direct yet restrained, offering calm rather than demand. Her hand gently holds a symbolic ornament, suggesting protection, memory, or devotion. The black cat, traditionally associated with intuition and independence, mirrors her presence — alert, self-possessed, and watchful. Together, they form a balanced duality of human consciousness and instinct.

Gold leaf-like halos contrast with the muted silver background, creating a visual hierarchy that guides the eye while enhancing the painting’s icon-like aura. The restrained palette heightens emotional depth, making the artwork feel intimate, timeless, and contemplative.

This piece resonates strongly with collectors drawn to symbolism, feminine archetypes, spiritual minimalism, and modern reinterpretations of sacred imagery. It is a work that does not shout for attention — it earns it through quiet authority and psychological presence.

Dutch acrylic paints Amsterdam tm and Italian canvas by Unico were used. The finish is satin varnish, and the edges are painted in the background color. This painting is created on a pre-stretched canvas on a wooden frame. It is carefully packed in a cardboard box with layers of bubble wrap. The artwork is signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Materials used:

acrylic paint

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