The artwork is available for pickup at BelArt Gallery in Brussels, Belgium, or it can be delivered to the address of your choice within 2 to 3 weeks after your order is confirmed. The artwork is insured during transportation, so there's no risk. Origin: Belgium.
 
Sophie Dumont, a contemporary artist, presents "Art and Reading", an oil on canvas measuring 80 x 80 cm. This piece continues her exploration of libraries and books, but this time with a subtle palette of beige and white tones.
The painting is structured around a geometric composition, evoking the shelves of a library. Rectangular shapes overlap and interlace, creating a visual rhythm that immediately captures the eye. The use of multiple layers of oil demonstrates the artist’s skill, with each knife stroke revealing a rich texture that adds a tactile dimension to the composition.
The chosen palette, consisting primarily of soft shades of beige, cream, and white, creates a soothing atmosphere. These neutral colors evoke simplicity and elegance while allowing the texture’s subtleties to stand out. The artist conveys a sense of calm and serenity, inviting the viewer to contemplate the beauty of art and literature.
Dumont goes beyond creating a mere depiction of books; she offers a reflection on how literary works surround and nourish our minds. While structured, the composition maintains a certain fluidity, representing the flow of ideas and stories that arise from reading.
"Art and Reading" fits perfectly in a modern interior, and its visual impact will be especially enhanced against a light wall. This is a work that resonates and inspires reflection, solidifying Sophie Dumont’s place as a major figure in the contemporary art scene.