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Melissa Chalhoub
Embrace - Original Abstract Figurative Artwork on Paper

2024

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Melissa Chalhoub, a 2014 graduate of Saint Joseph University in Beirut, seamlessly navigates the realms of cinema and visual art. With a background in directing and sound design for experimental short films, she ventured into visual art and illustration in 2015. Her cinematic expertise translates into storytelling and emotion on canvas. This original 16.5-inch tall by 11.5-inch wide artwork, created with ink, is unframed. Signed by the artist on the front, it comes with a certificate of authenticity from the art gallery. Local delivery is available in Los Angeles, with affordable worldwide shipping for US and international collectors. Chalhoub's work centers on texture and contrast. Using a sculpting-like technique, she etches lines onto the paper, imbuing her creations with vitality. Her focus is on the abstract human form, exploring emotion through body language. Themes of family dynamics, intimacy, and emotional intricacies pervade her work. She delves into loneliness, sorrow, and the transient nature of existence, inviting viewers to contemplate the human experience and our profound connections. Melissa Chalhoub has exhibited internationally, sharing her unique perspective globally.
  • Creator:
    Melissa Chalhoub (1990, Lebanese)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
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  • Gallery Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ARTSPACE WAREHOUSE_CHALHOUB_EMBRACE1stDibs: LU42614726752

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