Watercolour “Deep night”, 2014 by Anna Dart

 

 

Early painting "Deep night" by Anna Dart is a true snapshot of vulnerability and allure captured in the subtle hours between evening's end and dawn's first light. Center stage, a young lady's legs, elegant yet fatigued, paint a story of an evening spent dancing or perhaps wandering the enigmatic paths of the night. The act of her gracefully removing her high-heeled shoes is an intimate ritual, suggesting relief, comfort, and a momentary escape from the evening's restraints.

 

Despite its smaller dimensions, this watercolor piece is rife with detail and emotion. The depth and darkness of the backdrop encapsulate the title's essence, wrapping the scene in an atmospheric embrace. The woman, with her undeniable beauty, seems to be in a world of her own, yet her hanging arm, quiet and tired, and the subtle hints within the painting insinuate she may not be alone, adding layers of intrigue to the composition.

 

"Deep night" is an exquisite caprice, a delicate indulgence for collectors who appreciate the nuances of fleeting moments. It invites viewers to speculate, to immerse themselves in the story behind the scene - of nights that hold secrets, of beauty that's both seen and unseen, and of the irresistible allure of the mysterious lady returning from her nocturnal adventures.

 

29 x 26 cm, September 21, 2014, watercolour

 

𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 "𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨, 𝘼𝙣𝙣𝙖 𝘿𝙖𝙧𝙩"