1980s Framed Still Life Oil Painting on Mink by Matt Harley

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Frame Dimensions 11" H x 12" W, Artwork Dimensions 6" W x 5" H
Oil on mink on plywood
The … Read more Frame Dimensions 11" H x 12" W, Artwork Dimensions 6" W x 5" H
Oil on mink on plywood
The painting is customed framed in a rose gold metal frame and glass

This artwork by Matt Harley is a fascinating blend of materials and textures, combining traditional oil painting with the unexpected surface of mink fur on plywood. Set in a sleek rose gold metal frame, the piece exudes an air of sophistication and intrigue. The central image appears to depict an easel with a canvas, suggesting a scene within a studio. The muted, earthy palette of browns, grays, and greens creates a soft, almost dreamlike atmosphere. The fur's texture adds a tactile, dimensional quality, drawing the viewer into the layered composition. This unconventional use of mink fur challenges the viewer’s perception of painting, inviting contemplation on the boundaries between different mediums in art. See less