In this exquisite oil painting titled "Door with Bougainvillea and a Cat," the artist has masterfully captured a moment of tranquil beauty and rustic charm. The canvas comes alive with the rich, textured strokes of oil, creating a tactile sense of the weathered wooden door and the lush foliage that envelops it.
The focal point of the composition is the intricately detailed door, its surface bearing the patina of time and weather. The artist has skillfully rendered the grain of the wood, allowing the viewer to almost feel the rough texture beneath their fingertips. The play of light and shadow on the door's surface adds depth and dimension, enhancing its weathered character.
The bougainvillea takes center stage, its blossoms rendered in a vibrant palette of oils. Each petal seems to dance in the breeze, and the clusters of magenta, fuchsia, and coral blooms cascade down the archway with an almost tangible flow. The artist's use of color and brushwork captures the essence of sunlight filtering through the leaves, casting a warm and inviting glow on the entire scene.
A touch of life is introduced with the presence of a contented cat, expertly portrayed lounging in the dappled sunlight. The cat's fur is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, and its posture exudes a sense of leisure and ease, adding a delightful element of companionship to the composition.
*Title: Door with Bougainvillea and a Cat
*Size: 10"X12" With Frame: 11"X13"
*Original handmade impasto oil painting on canvas by palette knife.
*Made by me - Indrani Ghosh. This is not a copy or a print.
*Signature on the front and on the back.
The painting will be framed before dispatching.
