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Originals in this selection, Acrylic on canvas, Symbolism, Material Acrylic.
Formats from 50 x 40 to 120 x 80 cm.
Surface as stage
Symbolism on canvas develops its effect through calm: few signs on a wide surface, carried by a weave that gives the picture body. You can look at symbolist acrylic pictures on canvas for sale here, with room for interpretation.
With symbolic motifs the free space around the figure counts. A large canvas lets signs float, a small format concentrates them. Both have their appeal. Consider whether the picture should stay quietly in the background or define the room.
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Glaze and depth
Thin acrylic glazes over a dark underpainting create depth that recalls smoke, water or night. On canvas the fine weave strengthens this effect. Detail photos show how finely transitions are executed and whether the surface looks even.
Reading the small notes
Many artists add short explanations to their symbolic pictures. Read them without being pinned down: a symbol may stay open. Notes on frame and hanging belong in the description too and can be asked about.