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This original work "French Manner" was created by contemporary Russian artist Marina Venediktova and is available for purchase online.
When I created this painting, I wanted to capture a very specific atmosphere — that subtle irony and mystery I sense in the very concept of the French manner. The two female figures are not merely characters to me, but reflections of the multifaceted nature of the feminine soul. They resemble mirrors of each other, yet each reflection carries a nuance that completely changes the perception.
The bright scarves wrapped around their heads symbolize an inner fire — a hidden strength that frames feminine fragility. In their hands, they hold crimson spheres, a metaphor for choice, temptation, and at the same time, the vital feminine energy that gives life and fullness.
I wanted the viewer to feel the play of contrasts: the soft coolness of the background and the bold decorativeness of the patterned floor, the restraint in their poses and the drama of color. All of this comes together into an image that defies a single, clear interpretation.
This work is about a woman who knows how to be many things at once: tender and strong, ironic and serious, light and whole simultaneously. French Manner is my hint that beauty always hides in nuances, in half-tones, in intonations that do not shout but gently whisper to the viewer: look deeper.
The picture is painted with oil paints in 4 layers. The sides of the painting are painted.
Made on high-quality canvas (100% Linen, canvas density 400 gr/meter) stretched on a high-quality wooden stretcher frame. The best Russian oil paints produced in St. Petersburg were used.
The painting is accompanied by a certificate of copyright issued in Russia by the city of St. Petersburg.
This painting can be hung on the wall of your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and will make a wonderful addition to your interior. You can purchase the "French Manner" painting online, measuring 110 x 90 cm, with secure delivery to your address.
Paintings for sale on Baranow Art Gallery
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Modernism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Interior painting
Size:
Large
Width:
90 cm
Height:
110 cm
Thickness:
2 cm
Framing:
Not (or not applicable)
Ships From: Austria
Delivery Cost: Shipping is not included in the price of the artwork
The shipping cost will be calculated at checkout. It depends on the size of the artwork and the delivery region, and typically ranges from €50 to €300.
Delivery Time: Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-20 business days for international shipments
Returns: 14-day return policy
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