Al Saralis, Nothing Gold Can Stay 11, Oil Painting, 2024

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Al saralis – "nothing gold can stay ii" oil on canvas 47.2 x 39.4 inches (120 x 100 cm) a … Read more Al saralis – "nothing gold can stay ii" oil on canvas 47.2 x 39.4 inches (120 x 100 cm) a poised woman in a flowing red dress sits quietly against a softly glowing, golden-toned background—her presence luminous yet fleeting. “nothing gold can stay ii” by al saralis is a powerful figurative oil painting that captures the tension between grace and impermanence. The rich crimson garment contrasts beautifully with the warm backdrop, evoking emotional depth and drawing attention to the fragility of beauty and time. This piece takes its title from robert frost’s iconic poem, reflecting on the transient nature of life and emotional moments. The woman’s gentle expression and subtle posture invite reflection, while the golden light and red dress create a visual metaphor for passion, memory, and change. Saralis, a british artist of greek heritage, is acclaimed for his emotionally resonant paintings of the human figure. Educated at cardiff with a ba honours in fine art, his style is deeply influenced by renaissance masters, yet intentionally avoids narrative—allowing viewers to engage freely with the work. “i regard myself as a figurative painter but not a realist painter,” saralis notes. “the realism i’m interested in is the emotional connection made when making or looking at a painting.” collected internationally and named one of the top british artists to invest in, saralis continues to develop a compelling visual language of introspection and timeless beauty. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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