(Article: EM-20253-594)
This original work, «Green-eyed», was created by contemporary Russian artist Elena Martens and is available for purchase online.
Elena Martens' painting «Зеленоглазый» is a piercing, intimate portrait of a character undoubtedly inspired by the image of Pierrot. It is not just a depiction but a deep dive into the emotions hidden behind theatrical makeup.
The young man, clearly a mime, looks directly at the viewer. His face is covered with classic white paint, his eyebrows are exaggeratedly arched, expressing sorrow, and his lips are bright red and sensual. But the most striking detail is his eyes—piercing green, contrasting with the cold makeup and conveying deep, genuine sadness.
A single black tear running down his cheek and breaking through the mask of indifference symbolizes this drama. The figure is bare-shouldered, emphasizing the vulnerability and sincerity of the moment. One hand, with partially closed fingers, frames the face as if trying to hold onto a slipping reality or to hide overwhelming feelings.
The background of the painting is dark and mysterious, fading into a blue-green haze of shadows, which highlights the focus on the hero’s face. Elena Martens masterfully conveys the tragedy of Pierrot—the eternal oddball who makes the audience laugh but hides unbearable pain himself.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, home, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a beautiful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the «Green-eyed» painting online, sized 45 x 35 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2021
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Romanticism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Conversation piece
Size:
Small
Width:
35 cm
Height:
45 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
Elena Martens lives in Russia, in the city of Rostov-on-Don. She graduated from the Yekaterinburg Art School specializing in jewelry. Since 2006, she ...
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