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The Celestial Sanctuary (2026)Acrylic painting by Mengqiu Li
40 x 50 x 2cm (unframed) / 40 x 50cm (actual image size)
£1,047.96
Original artwork description
Product Overview
"The Celestial Sanctuary" is an original acrylic painting on canvas that depicts a surreal, high-contrast world. At its heart sits a deep-red, pointed structure—reminiscent of a chapel or a mountain dwelling—marked with a glowing pink cross. This central figure is enveloped by massive, swirling celestial bodies in shades of cobalt and indigo, suggesting a planet or a nebula that dominates the sky. The foreground features a winding blue path, possibly a river or a trail of energy, leading the eye from the golden, textured earth toward the mysterious heights of the background.Inspiration & Appeal
The piece draws heavy inspiration from Early 20th-century Expressionism and Surrealism, echoing the bold emotionality of artists like Marc Chagall or Edvard Munch.Emotional Resonance: The painting balances a sense of groundedness (the house and golden fields) with a feeling of cosmic insignificance and awe.
Unique Composition: Unlike traditional landscapes, this work uses "circular" movement, where the sky seems to rotate around the house, creating a dynamic, dizzying effect that captivates the viewer.
Symbolism: The glowing cross and the dark, spindly "spider-like" shadow in the lower-left corner suggest a narrative of protection vs. the unknown, making it a compelling conversation piece for any collector.
Craftsmanship
The artist utilized acrylic paints to achieve a rich, multi-layered texture that gives the canvas physical depth. Key techniques include:Impasto & Scumbling: Thick, visible brushstrokes (impasto) in the golden grass and the blue water create a sense of movement. Scumbling—applying thin, dry layers of lighter paint over darker ones—gives the "nebula" its translucent, glowing quality.
Vibrant Color Blocking: The sharp contrast between the warm ochres/reds and the cool, deep blues creates a visual "vibration" that makes the colors appear more intense.
Detailed Accents: Fine-line work is visible in the delicate white "constellations" and the intricate yellow blossoms, providing a sharp focal point against the broader, more gestural strokes of the sky.
Materials used:
acrylic
Details:
- Acrylic painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 40 x 50 x 2cm (unframed) / 40 x 50cm (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed on the back
- Style: Organic
- Subject: Abstract and non-figurative
Tags:
#abstract#acrylic#impressionistic#spirit#expressionistic#surrealistic#healingart#intuitiveart
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Original artwork description
Product Overview
"The Celestial Sanctuary" is an original acrylic painting on canvas that depicts a surreal, high-contrast world. At its heart sits a deep-red, pointed structure—reminiscent of a chapel or a mountain dwelling—marked with a glowing pink cross. This central figure is enveloped by massive, swirling celestial bodies in shades of cobalt and indigo, suggesting a planet or a nebula that dominates the sky. The foreground features a winding blue path, possibly a river or a trail of energy, leading the eye from the golden, textured earth toward the mysterious heights of the background.Inspiration & Appeal
The piece draws heavy inspiration from Early 20th-century Expressionism and Surrealism, echoing the bold emotionality of artists like Marc Chagall or Edvard Munch.Emotional Resonance: The painting balances a sense of groundedness (the house and golden fields) with a feeling of cosmic insignificance and awe.
Unique Composition: Unlike traditional landscapes, this work uses "circular" movement, where the sky seems to rotate around the house, creating a dynamic, dizzying effect that captivates the viewer.
Symbolism: The glowing cross and the dark, spindly "spider-like" shadow in the lower-left corner suggest a narrative of protection vs. the unknown, making it a compelling conversation piece for any collector.
Craftsmanship
The artist utilized acrylic paints to achieve a rich, multi-layered texture that gives the canvas physical depth. Key techniques include:Impasto & Scumbling: Thick, visible brushstrokes (impasto) in the golden grass and the blue water create a sense of movement. Scumbling—applying thin, dry layers of lighter paint over darker ones—gives the "nebula" its translucent, glowing quality.
Vibrant Color Blocking: The sharp contrast between the warm ochres/reds and the cool, deep blues creates a visual "vibration" that makes the colors appear more intense.
Detailed Accents: Fine-line work is visible in the delicate white "constellations" and the intricate yellow blossoms, providing a sharp focal point against the broader, more gestural strokes of the sky.
Materials used:
acrylic
Details:
- Acrylic painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 40 x 50 x 2cm (unframed) / 40 x 50cm (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed on the back
- Style: Organic
- Subject: Abstract and non-figurative
Tags:
#abstract#acrylic#impressionistic#spirit#expressionistic#surrealistic#healingart#intuitiveart