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Shirley Lewis
Blue Thistle by Shirley Lewis Large Square Contemporary Blue Painting on Canvas

2025

$3,400
£2,522.93
€2,938.87
CA$4,732.82
A$5,270.43
CHF 2,742.97
MX$64,983.73
NOK 34,933.77
SEK 32,834.36
DKK 21,927.62
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Bold, layered, and visually arresting, Blue Thistle by Shirley Lewis is a 48 x 48-inch mixed media painting that fuses contemporary abstraction with organic elegance. Rich in tonal depth, this piece features cool blues and muted neutrals with dynamic brushwork that evokes the form and energy of wild flora. Ideal for collectors of abstract botanical art or interior designers sourcing impactful, large-scale works, Blue Thistle adds a refined yet modern edge to any room. Whether styled above a console, anchoring a bedroom, or creating visual drama in a dining space, it brings a sense of calm sophistication and artistic intrigue. Blue Thistle is a one-of-a-kind original that effortlessly blends contemporary artistry with natural inspiration. Shirley’s love of creating came at an early age. She learned many of her techniques from the time she spent with her depression-era grandmother, making artistic statements from items found. Working with various mediums over the past 25 years, she has developed a unique way to manipulate ink and color movement, using traditional and non-traditional artistic tools. Interpreting nature in its various spectrums, Shirley’s paintings and the techniques used allow the colors to organically blend and take their shape. With spontaneous composition, each painting creates magnificent imagery, allowing for multiple interpretations. The looseness in the process demands a layering of complex colors, yet the results are intended. abstract botanical painting blue thistle artwork mixed media floral art Shirley Lewis painting soft blue and neutral tones organic abstract artwork 48 x 48 canvas art contemporary Southern artist botanical abstract painting modern floral wall art
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    2025
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    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU638316078762

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