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"Rivalry" Painting

→ Maria Melo, Portugal

Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

23.6 W x 27.6 H in

Ready to Hang

$640

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Rivalry explores tension as a dynamic force rather than a destructive one. Organic forms press against each other in a subtle yet undeniable confrontation, creating a visual dialogue of resistance and attraction. The composition suggests proximity without fusion — two energies sharing space, testing...

Year Created:

2026

Subject:

Styles:

Mediums:

Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

Rarity:

One-of-a-kind Artwork

Size:

23.6 W x 27.6 H x 0.8 D in

Ready to Hang:

Yes

Frame:

Not Framed

Authenticity:

Certificate is Included

Packaging:

Ships Rolled in a Tube

Delivery Cost:

Shipping is included in price.

Delivery Time:

Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments.

Returns:

Free returns within 14 days of delivery. Visit our help section for more information.

Handling:

Ships rolled in a tube. Artists are responsible for packaging and adhering to Saatchi Art’s packaging guidelines.

Ships From:

Portugal.

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Maria Melo

About the Artist

Maria Melo

Portugal

I don't think of myself as an artist in the traditional sense, rather a curious soul deeply passionate about life and the ongoing journey of understanding myself and the world around me. Painting and drawing are not pursuits of status or definition for me — they are spaces of release, reflection, and discovery. Through color, form, and gesture, I explore emotions that words often fail to express. Creating is a cathartic practice, a quiet dialogue between inner experience and outer reality. It grounds me, challenges me, and brings me clarity. Above all, it is something that nurtures me and allows me to grow. I share my work only when it feels truly ready. If it resonates with you and speaks to something within, I would be genuinely happy to let it go and find a new home with you. I enjoy creating my canvases from scratch, working with linen, paper, and pressed wood to build each piece from the ground up. My practice moves in cycles: at times I am drawn to the human figure, exploring portraits and presence; at others, I feel the need to step away from detail, allowing the work to open into abstraction. In these moments, form dissolves and intuition takes over, guiding the process in a more fluid and expressive way.

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