K.milla - "Thus Splashed Zarathustra 02" - Whale

This striking acrylic painting is part of a minimalist series in which bold, graphic color fields are combined with small, hyper-realistic details. A deep teal-blue sea occupies the lower two-thirds of the canvas, while a lighter teal-blue sky opens up above it, creating a calm yet powerful sense of space and balance. On tone side of the composition, a whale’s tail emerges from the water, subtly breaking the horizon line. This finely painted, realistic detail introduces a moment of movement within the stillness, creating a compelling contrast with the clean, abstract planes of color. The work reflects the artist’s background in graphic design, where clarity, composition and color harmony are essential. By combining large, simplified planes with a delicate natural subject, the artist creates a refined tension between stillness and motion, minimalism and detail. The spacious composition evokes freedom, silence and contemplation—qualities that make this piece not only visually appealing but also emotionally resonant. K.milla (1976) is a Dutch artist known for blending design sensibilities with painterly storytelling. This artwork is a strong example of that signature style—modern, atmospheric and highly decorative, while maintaining artistic depth. A unique and contemporary artwork that stands out effortlessly and enhances both modern and classic interiors. - Technique: acrylic painting on canvas - Dimensions: (height) 55 × (width) 75 cm - Framed dimensions: sold without frame. The sides are painted, therefore a frame is not necessary. - Condition: new (2026) - Provenance: Certificate of Origin from Atelier K.milla – registered with 2 MAAL EE - Shipping: insured, safely packed in a custom-made cardboard box and bubble wrap About the artist: K.milla is a visual artist whose work is rooted in a background in graphic design, where composition, balance and color are essential elements. The paintings are characterized by large, minimalist color fields combined with a single carefully rendered animal or bird, creating a quiet tension between abstraction and narrative. The horizon-like division between the planes gives the works a sense of stillness, space and contemplation. Before focusing on painting, K.milla worked for more than 25 years as a graphic designer and illustrator at the Dutch design studio 2 MAAL EE. As creative work became increasingly digital, the artist felt a growing desire to reconnect with tactile materials, craftsmanship and the physical process of painting. K.milla graduated in Graphic Design from St. Joost School of Art & Design and is self-taught as a painter. This combination of formal design training and intuitive painterly exploration results in works that balance precision with atmosphere, and simplicity with emotional depth.

Schätzpreis:€500

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