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Branches of Firelight by Laura Bernardeschi Nelson captures a fleeting moment between dusk and dark, where the silhouettes of trees stand stark against a sky ablaze with sunset hues. Rendered in lush oil pastels, this original landscape evokes the warmth and stillness of twilight. The large central tree, with its reaching limbs, frames a glowing full moon suspended in a tangle of branches, lending a sense of mystery and quiet symbolism to the scene. Bold textural contrasts and dynamic layering bring the sky to life with fiery reds and deep oranges, grounded by the cool greens of the earth below.
This unique artwork is signed on both the front and back and comes framed in a minimalist IKEA Rodalm frame, ready to bring a sense of serenity and drama to any room.
Medium: Oil pastels on paper
Dimensions: 20 x 30 cm (unframed), 40 x 30 cm (framed)
Signed: Front and back
Shipping: Free worldwide shipping included
This is a delicate, original oil pastel drawing—rich in layered pigment and texture. Like all works created in soft or oil pastel, it retains a natural, velvety surface that is part of its expressive character. It has not been varnished, allowing the full depth and movement of the strokes to remain visible and alive.
To preserve this intimacy and material honesty, it’s best to avoid touching the surface directly, as the oils in our skin may disturb the pigments. Display the work out of direct sunlight and away from humidity, as extreme conditions can subtly affect the surface and paper over time. Though the piece is already framed, consider using UV-protective glass if reframing in future, to extend the life of the colors and maintain the vitality of the original marks.
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