Fragmented Queen Victorian Memory Portrait (2025)Collage
by Julia Shilo

"Her Absence"
30x40x1.5 cm
Mixed media (acrylic, collage, pastel) on canvas

"Her Absence" is a poetic and thought-provoking portrait inspired by the timeless profile of Queen Victoria, reimagined through layers of memory and abstraction. This artwork was born from the fascination with how history and identity are never whole but pieced together through fragments, traces, and silences. By intentionally omitting the eyes, the portrait invites you to complete it within yourself—transforming a face into a lingering presence.

Crafted using vintage newspapers, delicate lace, old maps, acrylic, and pastel, this piece merges fragility and strength. Each torn scrap of paper symbolizes impermanence, while the lace whispers of grace and vulnerability. The maps recall invisible journeys, and the collage invites the viewer into the realm where imagination meets remembrance.

Who is this for?
Collectors of conceptual art, lovers of Victorian history, admirers of mixed media, and those who appreciate artwork with symbolism and emotional depth.

Where to use this piece?
Living room wall centerpiece – add depth and sophistication
Bedroom art – create a poetic, dreamlike atmosphere
Study or office – inspire reflection and creativity
Gallery wall – pair with vintage-inspired artworks
Gift for art lovers – unique, thoughtful, and timeless
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Materials used:

acrylic, pastel, vintage newspapers, old book pages, map, lace

Details:

• Collage on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 30 x 40 x 1.5cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed certificate of authenticity
• Style: Surrealistic
• Subject: People and portraits

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