adagio

adagio by erika hüsselmann



adagio - acrylic on canvas 750 x 1000 x 30mm - framed

includes white floating frame - total measurements are 753 x 1003 x 33mm

There is something to say for doing things slowly, like taking your time when cooking a flavoursome meal or stew. It takes time to develop the flavour and the leftovers oftentimes taste better the day after. When a piece of music needs to be played 'adagio', one usually takes one's time too. Slow is beautiful. So it was with this painting. It took a long time to age and mature, it seasoned slowly. I am happy with the outcome and realise that time is luxury to be savoured. 


The painting is framed in a white floating frame, sealed and ready to hang, and available directly from me 

$2325

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