Original artwork description:

This original abstract painting is a 2 piece set, sold individually. Both are highly textured mineral paintings, made with Japanese blue-gold leaves, crushed minerals (natural and synthetic), resin on Japanese paper mounted on a wood panel. Natural colors include gemstone such as pink coral stone. Because these substances consist of unique chemical and physical properties, every artwork has unique characteristics with a sense of connection to the earth. All 4 sides are painted with a 3D-like appearance. It has a matt, sand-like texture for mineral areas and a smooth texture for resin areas.

"Furaha" means joy and happiness in the Swahili language. Inspired by the rich culture and extraordinary land of South Africa, the artist expresses an environment of respect for differences in traditions and values, each existence as an independent entity. These duo pieces are part of the artist's continuous research on the Four Color Theorem or the Four Color Map Theorem of mathematics, which states that no more than four colors are required to color the regions of any map so that no two adjacent regions have the same color.

In mint condition, Certificate of Authenticity included and calligraphy seal in front, hand-signed at the back. Sold unframed and ready to hang (eye bolt and string mounted at the back).

Artist: Maria Mitsumori
Style: Mineral painting with resin over blue-gold leaves
Size: H53 x W45 x D3 cm (20.87 x 17.72 x 1.19 in)
Year: 2022

Materials used:

Japanese blue-gold leaves, crushed natural and synthetic minerals and resin on Japanese paper mounted on a wood panel

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