Beautiful Ruin II (2020) Original Pencil Drawing by Marco Paludet

• A striking mixed-media portrait of model Marta Sara Blanka, Beautiful Ruin II captures a sensual female figure in lingerie, rendered with a refined balance between realism and expressive line work. The composition centers on her upper body, turned in a soft, natural pose that reveals the curve of her back and shoulders. Her face, delicately shaded in graphite tones, is serene and introspective, with closed eyes and softly defined lips.

Her long, flowing hair becomes the true visual rhythm of the piece: drawn in elegant line art, it expands outward into fluid, almost hypnotic strands that intertwine with vividly detailed butterflies. These butterflies—warm tones of yellow, orange, and black—introduce a subtle contrast against the monochrome figure, adding life and movement. Across her body, textured collage elements and painterly strokes in red, green, and muted earth tones evoke fragments of urban decay, torn paper, and weathered surfaces, reinforcing the idea of beauty emerging through imperfection.

The artwork conveys a quiet, tactile beauty, sensual but never excessive. The softness of her skin, the graceful posture, and the calm expression create a feeling of intimacy and stillness. At the same time, the layered textures and distressed elements suggest fragility, transformation, and resilience. The butterflies enhance this sense of renewal, gently merging with her hair as if part of her natural essence. The result is a portrait that celebrates feminine elegance, natural beauty, and the delicate balance between strength and vulnerability.

• Details
- Graphite pencil, acrylic, spray paint
- 220 g/m² Fabriano paper
- Size: 70 × 50 cm (28" × 20")
- Original artwork, one of a kind
- Finished with gloss fixative varnish
- Dated and signed on the back

• Ideal for
- Contemporary interiors seeking a refined feminine portrait with artistic depth
- Bedrooms or private spaces where softness and sensual elegance are desired
- Collectors of modern figurative art, mixed media portraits, and line art aesthetics

• Packaging
- Ships unframed
- Artwork will be carefully rolled and shipped in a rigid protective tube with caps
- Shipping from Italy with tracking code

Materials used:

Graphite pencil, acrylic, spray paint, Fabriano paper

Details:

• Pencil drawing on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 70 x 50cm (unframed) / 70 x 50cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the back
• Style: Urban and Pop
• Subject: People and portraits

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