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Reflections Motif: Aluminum Composite Panel Reproducing Impasto Oil Painting by Monika Taffet
Reflections Motif: Aluminum Composite Panel Reproducing Impasto Oil Painting by Monika Taffet
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This richly textured oil painting by the renowned artist Monika Taffet is a striking portrayal of an autumnal landscape, captured with a heavy impasto technique that brings a three-dimensional depth to the scene. The palette consists primarily of warm, earthy tones, such as russet, amber, olive, and deep greens, interwoven with cooler shades of sky blue and the reflective quality of water. The bold spatulastrokes of the paint create a tactile, almost sculptural surface that invites viewers to appreciate the landscape not just visually but also through its material presence. The composition centers around a serene body of water, which dominates the lower half of the canvas. The water is rendered with a mixture of soft blues and reflective hues, capturing the image of the landscape almost perfectly in its surface, like a mirror. The reflection is so precise that it suggests a calm, undisturbed environment, enhancing the peacefulness and stillness of the scene. This mirrored experience is a powerful element in the painting, giving the viewer a sense of depth and balance while reinforcing the unity between the sky, land, and water. On either side of the waterway, the lush autumn foliage appears to be thriving, despite the season’s tendency toward decay. The trees and bushes on the banks are rendered in thick, expressive spatulastrokes, using deep greens, ochres, and reds to evoke the changing colors of fall. The varied texture of the paint makes each tree and bush distinct, giving the impression of dense, vibrant vegetation. The foliage spills over the edges of the water, which absorbs and reflects the surrounding colors, creating a seamless connection between the natural elements. One particularly striking tree stands tall on the left side of the composition, its autumn leaves ranging from golden yellow to deep brown. The tree’s reflection in the water beneath it creates a sense of symmetry that is subtly disrupted by the natural irregularities of the landscape. In the background, the sky opens up in a soft gradient from pale blue to a creamy white, providing a gentle contrast to the vivid and more complex colors of the vegetation. Monika Taffet’s masterful use of the impasto technique brings a sense of energy and movement to this otherwise tranquil scene. The thick application of paint invites the viewer to linger, to experience the texture of the landscape as much as its colors and composition. The play of light and shadow in the painting enhances the illusion of depth, especially as the sun seems to hang low in the sky, casting a warm glow over the scene. This artwork can be seen as an ode to the beauty of nature, particularly in the transformative season of autumn. The calm water, the lush vegetation, and the harmonious reflection create a romantic and idyllic atmosphere, where time seems to slow down, and nature’s beauty is fully on display. Through her unique style, Monika Taffet captures not only the visual beauty of this landscape but also evokes the feeling of serenity and contemplation that such a scene inspires.
16.5" x 11.7" (Horizontal) | |
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Width, cm | 42.00 |
Height, cm | 29.70 |
Thickness, cm | 0.30 |
- Material: 3mm thick aluminum composite panel
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Pre-mounted hanging hardware
- Matte finish
- Horizontal option available
The basis is a painting by the renowned artist Monika Taffet. The original artworks are available for purchase.
If you are interested in the original artwork, please inquire via email whether your desired artwork is still available: top@taffet.shop
GPSR information: Monika-Lucretia Taffet-Hummel, top@taffet.shop, Bergholzer Str. 7, Schwielowsee, OT Caputh, 14548, DE
Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and UK as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: Clean with water or mild soap, and a soft cloth.
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