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Mougenot Natalya
Modern abstract faceless woman's portrait acrylic on paper "Radiant Being"

2025

$454.97
£338.49
€380
CA$633.86
A$689.88
CHF 362.18
MX$8,334.79
NOK 4,545.78
SEK 4,286.14
DKK 2,893.40

About the Item

With “Radiant Being”, French artist Natalya Mougenot offers a striking meditation on women’s identity, resilience, and inner brilliance. Stripped of facial features, the portrait transcends individuality to become a universal reflection of the force every woman carries within her. The faceless figure, painted in luminous golden yellows, is framed by deep burgundy strokes of hair and set against the vast expanse of turquoise. The simplicity of form amplifies the energy of the subject: a being who radiates both serenity and strength. The crimson garment grounds the canvas in intensity, embodying resilience and the quiet courage of existence. Mougenot reflects: “For me, painting is an exploration of woman’s identity—not fixed or defined, but fluid, radiant, and full of resilience.” In this sense, absence becomes presence, allowing the viewer to recognize themselves within the work. Color is her chosen language: “These bright colors are my way of expressing the intensity of emotions. They are not decoration; they are force, they are truth.” Each brushstroke speaks of vitality, echoing her conviction: “I believe every woman holds an inner radiance, a force that carries her through struggle, that makes her bloom no matter what.” The title Radiant Being encapsulates this philosophy. The portrait is not about likeness but about essence, an affirmation of resilience, authenticity, and the invisible brilliance that defines women everywhere. “It is about radiance and resilience,” Mougenot explains, “because these are the forces that truly shape us.” Through her fusion of expressionism, fauvism, and abstraction, Mougenot transforms simplicity into universality, offering a luminous tribute to the enduring strength of women. Details: Title: "Radiant Being" Acrylic painting on a heavyweight professional acid free paper 29,7 x 42 cm ( 16,5 x 11,7 in) Sold unframed: you are welcome to frame it according to your taste Sealed with vanish for protection from fading Images of the framed painting are for you inspiration Signed on the front and on the back International delivery from France to your place About the Artist: Natalya Mougenot, born in Pavlodar, Kazakhstan, in 1981, has lived in Lyon, France, since 2003. Raised in a multicultural environment during the Soviet era, her diverse background deeply influences her artistic identity. What began as a therapeutic practice has grown into a rich exploration of themes such as modern femininity, resilience, and personal empowerment. Her emotionally resonant works—blending abstraction, nature, and floral elements—have found homes in private collections across the globe.
  • Creator:
    Mougenot Natalya (1981, French)
  • Creation Year:
    2025
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)Width: 11.7 in (29.7 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    VÉNISSIEUX, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2490216991392

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