Michela Fabeni Art Gallery | Bas-Relief Contemplation: Gold, Volume and Light Revealing Dreams and Visions | Smussato Technique
- michelafabeni
- Jan 1
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 11
Contemplation is the breath of the soul suspended between past, present, and future.
A golden figure, warm and light gold in dialogue, broad and noble shoulders, a body contemplating life, dreams, lived moments, and the unknown.
Contemplation is a bas-relief that blends innovative techniques with deep artistic sensitivity, embodying an extraordinary balance between matter, light, and emotion. The work stands out for the masterful use of organic materials, shaped and modeled with a spatula, combining ancestral craftsmanship with a contemporary and deeply personal vision.
The central figure, wrapped in gold leaf, emerges as a timeless symbol of introspection and intimacy, captivating the viewer with emotional strength and the discreet sensuality of the gesture. The technique of painting with bare hands amplifies immediacy and creates a physical and spiritual connection with the artwork, as if the artist had engraved a fragment of her soul into the canvas.
Contrasts between iridescent metallic tones and the golden relief background create a dynamic dialogue between light and shadow, opacity and brilliance, inviting the viewer into a mutable, almost hypnotic visual experience. The work recalls the elegance of Byzantine gilded surfaces and the expressive power of Renaissance reliefs, while positioning itself as a thoroughly contemporary creation.
This work of art becomes both an ode to introspective states of mind and a profound reflection on the relationship between body, matter, and spirit. Every detail, from the lively textures to the golden reflections dancing on the surface, expresses a unique personal language, transforming matter into tangible emotion suspended between visible and invisible, elevating the spirit and inspiring visions.
The bas-relief on canvas shapes light and volume, Smussato sculpts the sinuous lines, transforming every gesture into a silent inner song. It invites to pause, observe, feel, breathe the passing time and the infinite possibilities the universe offers.
Experience meditation and light, explore Contemplation at www.michelafabeniart.com
Discover more visions at michelafabeni@libero.it
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Michela Fabeni
Artist of the Third Millennium
Read my post on Medusa to continue the journey through light and matter
