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Held in Gentle Hands (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Margarita Stepanova

60.96 x 76.2 x 3.81cm (unframed) / 60.96 x 76.2cm (actual image size)

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£1,160.75

“Held in Gentle Hands” explores tenderness, protection, and the quiet strength of human connection.

Two crossed arms and softly curved hands form the shape of a heart, creating a symbolic gesture of love, care, and emotional closeness. The composition suggests not only affection, but also the feeling of being safely held — of vulnerability met with gentleness.

Soft blue, grey, and blush tones create a calm, contemplative atmosphere, while the textured surface adds tactile depth and a subtle sense of movement. The simplicity of the composition allows the gesture itself to carry the emotional meaning.

This painting is part of my ongoing exploration of the language of hands — the way physical gestures can communicate love, trust, tenderness, and human connection without words.

Original one-of-a-kind artwork.
Acrylic paint and gesso on canvas.
Signed by the artist.
Certificate of authenticity included.
Unframed and ready to hang.
Dimensions: 61 × 76 × 4 cm / 24 × 30 × 1.5 in.

Materials used:

Acrylic paints, Gesso

Details:

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“Held in Gentle Hands” explores tenderness, protection, and the quiet strength of human connection.

Two crossed arms and softly curved hands form the shape of a heart, creating a symbolic gesture of love, care, and emotional closeness. The composition suggests not only affection, but also the feeling of being safely held — of vulnerability met with gentleness.

Soft blue, grey, and blush tones create a calm, contemplative atmosphere, while the textured surface adds tactile depth and a subtle sense of movement. The simplicity of the composition allows the gesture itself to carry the emotional meaning.

This painting is part of my ongoing exploration of the language of hands — the way physical gestures can communicate love, trust, tenderness, and human connection without words.

Original one-of-a-kind artwork.
Acrylic paint and gesso on canvas.
Signed by the artist.
Certificate of authenticity included.
Unframed and ready to hang.
Dimensions: 61 × 76 × 4 cm / 24 × 30 × 1.5 in.

Materials used:

Acrylic paints, Gesso

Details:

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Margarita Stepanova is a Ukrainian-born visual artist based in Melbourne, Australia. She holds a degree in Fine Art and Computer Design and has a professional background in painting, drawing, and... Read more

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