Speckled
2024
Oil on Canvas
42 x 62 cm
Speckled is a still life composition of simple earthenware, each intricately textured with soft, speckled patterns. The ceramic surfaces, glazed in muted earth tones—soft ochres, browns, and creams—gently reflect ambient light, giving them a warm, lived-in glow. In the background, faint wood textures emerge, hinting at a weathered surface like a rustic fence. Climbing across this wooden backdrop are wine leaves, their deep greens and trailing vines adding a touch of nature, suggesting a vineyard or countryside setting. The interplay between the rough wood and the vibrant leaves complements the muted elegance of the pottery, infusing the scene with a sense of organic harmony and quiet life. The contrast between the stillness of the objects and the slow growth of the leaves offers a subtle commentary on time and nature.
