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Sunken Treasure: A Tapestry: A Watercolor Crayon Dry Wet / Matthew Natale

Description: Sunken Treasure: A Tapestry of Texture and Warmth by Matthew Natale "Sunken Treasure," an evocative abstract work by Okeechobee artist Matthew Natale, invites the viewer to explore the interplay of color, texture, and hidden depths. This 18x24" piece, one of over 450 in a collection showcasing Natale's innovative techniques, utilizes watercolor crayon on 140lb watercolor paper. By applying the crayon dry and then wetting it, and by incorporating coins beneath the paper's surface, Natale creates a visually rich and tactilely engaging artwork that hints at stories buried beneath the surface. **A Desert Landscape of Hues:** The canvas evokes a warm, sun-drenched landscape with its dominant palette of oranges, yellows, and earthy browns. These hues, reminiscent of desert sands, sunbaked clay, and fading sunsets, create a sense of warmth and serenity. Subtle hints of pink and peach peek through, adding a touch of delicate beauty to the rugged landscape. **Texture as a Journey Through Time:** The artwork's texture is central to its captivating effect. Natale's signature "dry then wet" technique with watercolor crayon creates a surface that is both visually intriguing and tactilely engaging. The initial dry application allows the tooth of the paper to shine through, creating a subtle roughness that mimics the feel of natural elements like sand or stone. **Hidden Depths and Revealed Treasures:** Adding another layer of intrigue, Natale reveals his unique process of incorporating coins beneath the paper during the creation process. This innovative technique creates subtle indentations and variations in texture, mimicking the uneven surface of buried artifacts or the patterns left by time and weather. The coins, hidden from view yet subtly present, become metaphors for memories and stories embedded within the artwork's layers. **A Horizon of Intrigue:** A band of rich, burnt orange dominates the center of the composition, drawing the eye like a horizon line in a vast landscape. This band, rendered with a more intense application of the crayon, suggests a hidden treasure or a vein of precious ore revealed beneath the surface. The subtle circles within this band, created by the hidden coins, further enhance the sense of discovery and intrigue. **A Tactile Meditation on Time and Memory:** "Sunken Treasure" is not just meant to be seen, but also felt. The viewer is drawn to imagine running their hand across the canvas, experiencing the subtle bumps and grooves created by the coins and the delicate strokes of the crayon. This tactile engagement adds another dimension to the artwork, inviting a deeper connection and a sense of peaceful contemplation. This captivating artwork is a testament to Natale's ability to transform simple materials and techniques into a powerful and evocative work of art. "Sunken Treasure" is sure to spark conversation and inspire contemplation, making it a stunning addition to any art collection. #467

Price: 150 USD

Location: Okeechobee, Florida

End Time: 2024-11-22T23:42:38.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A USD

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Sunken Treasure: A Tapestry: A Watercolor Crayon Dry Wet / Matthew NataleSunken Treasure: A Tapestry: A Watercolor Crayon Dry Wet / Matthew Natale

Item Specifics

All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Unit of Sale: Single Piece

Artist: Matthew Natale

Signed By: Matthew Natale

Size: Large

Region of Origin: Florida, USA

Framing: Framed

Year of Production: 2023

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Item Height: 18 in

Style: Abstract, Contemporary Art, Experimental, Impressionism, Modernism, Pop Art

Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)

Unit Quantity: 1

Handmade: Yes

Item Width: 24 in

Time Period Produced: 2020-Now

Signed: Yes

Title: Abstract Watercolor #1

Period: Ultra Contemporary (2020 - Now)

Material: Paper

Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes

Subject: Sunsets, color

Type: Painting

COA Issued By: Matthew Natale

Theme: Art, Portrait

Production Technique: Watercolor Painting

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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