Description
SYMBOL is a modern and abstract painting structured through broad blue marks, open pale areas, linear details and concentrated sections of red and pink. The composition does not present a literal subject. Instead, it uses colour, scale and direction to establish a clear relationship between the quieter upper portion and the more active lower section.
A large field of off-white and light grey occupies much of the background. Across the lower half, layered cobalt and deep blue strokes create the strongest visual feature. These marks vary in width and opacity, with some appearing solid and others allowing the layers beneath to remain partially visible. Bright red and pink details add contrast without becoming the dominant colours.
| Field | Confirmed Detail |
|---|---|
| Artwork Name | SYMBOL |
| Category | Paintings |
| Subcategory | Modern & Abstract |
| Dimensions | 160 × 120 |
Lines, Marks and Layered Colour
The blue section moves horizontally across the canvas, while several dark lines extend upward or cut across the composition. A single vertical navy line on the right creates a firm division, supported by thinner marks that overlap and cross nearby. Fine, loosely drawn lines add further detail around this area, creating a clear distinction from the heavier painted forms below.
On the left edge, a vertical arrangement of blue circular marks introduces repetition. Additional red shapes appear near the upper edge and on the right, balancing the vivid pink section positioned at the bottom. White drips extend down from several areas, making the direction of the applied paint clearly visible.
| Field | Confirmed Detail |
|---|---|
| Main Colours | Blue, off-white, grey, red and pink |
| Visible Details | Paint drips, circular marks and fine lines |
| Background | Light neutral field |
| Dimensions | 160 × 120 |
Balance Between Open and Active Areas
The open upper background provides breathing room around the darker lines and small coloured sections. This creates a measured contrast with the dense lower half, where overlapping blue strokes, drips and blocks of pink are closely grouped. The difference between these two areas gives the composition a defined visual order despite its irregular forms.
SYMBOL also combines controlled repetition with spontaneous-looking marks. The row of circles, vertical line and rectangular pink forms feel organised, while the broad blue gestures and thin intersecting lines appear less restricted. Buyers looking to Buy Modern & Abstract Paintings in Dubai can consider this work for its direct palette and clear division between structured and free-form elements.
Viewing SYMBOL at Mente Art Gallery
With dimensions of 160 × 120, the painting has a wide format that supports its horizontal movement. The strong blue area extends across most of the composition, while the smaller red and pink sections create distinct points of contrast. Neutral space prevents the brighter colours from overwhelming the image.
Mente Art Gallery presents SYMBOL as a work defined by visible layering, varied mark-making and a limited but assertive colour selection. The painting can be viewed from a distance for its overall arrangement or at closer range for its drips, fine lines and overlapping surfaces. Those wishing to Buy Original Artworks will find a modern abstract piece with a clearly identifiable visual structure.








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