The female form sitting in flowering season in “contrapposto†is represented in freedom of movement. The tonal range of Mineral Violet to Terra Rosa and Naples Yellow of the young woman’s dress.
In this veranda scene Min paints the cross-legged femme enjoying a music book. Within the balustrade, the true virtuoso rests in a simultaneous state of focus and relaxation. Unstirred by the sultry summer, this bass player is ready for the performance.
Goldie and the Retriever (1995)
30x30 Oil on canvas
$5950 Sold
Min pictures the portrait of the woman facing her retriever in various shades of cadmium yellow. The downcast gaze of the human complements the upturned snout of the animal as the two figures engage in active dialogue of loyalty and respect. The background and sharp crochet pattern make for interesting contrast while maintaining unity.
The figure’s gaze looks out of the canvas and meets our own. The woman donning the “ushanka†and “parka†sits in a frontal view position. The sfumato or “smoky†style in the distance is created by blurring outlines to portray atmospheric perspective.
