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The Sofa

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Last updated: 15 Feb 2025

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Art Genres > Genre (scenes of everyday life)
Art Genres > Still Life

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Title of Artwork

The Sofa

Year of Creation

November 2022

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Tools

Digital

Medium

Adobe Fresco

Genre

Still Life

Style

Impressionism

Brief Description

From a picture, while sitting in front of our new sofa.

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Medium: Digital painting

Shapes and objects: Large sofa, window with three panes, floor lamp, side table or stool, hint of outdoor greenery through the window

Colors: Soft, muted tones dominate. Beige and cream for the sofa and walls. Yellow for the side table. Soft greens and blues visible through the window. Warm peach tones in the background.

Narrative: This interior scene invites us into a cozy, sunlit living room. The large, comfortable sofa takes center stage, promising relaxation and comfort. The three-paned window acts as a portal to the outside world, letting in soft light and offering glimpses of greenery beyond. The floor lamp and side table add touches of domesticity and warmth. This painting captures a moment of tranquil home life, where the boundary between inside and outside blurs, creating a sense of harmony and peace. The soft, warm colors evoke a feeling of safety and contentment, making this space feel like a true sanctuary from the outside world.

Original Artist: This artwork seems to draw inspiration from the style of American painter Edward Hopper, known for his realistic depictions of modern American life. While not a direct copy, this piece echoes the spirit of Hopper's interior scenes, such as "Room in New York" (1932), currently held in the Sheldon Museum of Art in Lincoln, Nebraska. Hopper was active in the mid-20th century and was known for his ability to capture the mood and atmosphere of interior spaces, often with a sense of isolation or contemplation. The simple composition, focus on light and shadow, and the window as a focal point are all reminiscent of Hopper's distinctive style.

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Created At

13 Jun 2023