Acrylic, Lacquer / Canvas

Sepia Douce is a vertical abstract painting in white, pearl, soft grey and graphite, crossed by a cool thread of sage green. Near the top, long white strands sweep into a slow spiral, then fall through the canvas in descending flows, like wind moving through grass or water turning in a current. The surface is fine and textured. Acrylic is poured and layered on canvas, leaving delicate cells, veins and drawn lines that reward a closer look. Pearl passages catch the light, and the graphite accents give the composition depth and structure without weighing it down. The palette is cool, fresh and calm, with movement and energy kept in a quiet register. It sits naturally beside white and grey walls, marble and natural stone, pale wood, linen and brushed metals, and brings a soft green accent into a neutral scheme. The vertical format adds height to a room. The work suits high ceilings, entrance halls, staircase walls, the wall above a console or fireplace, living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms, as well as boutique hotels, spas, lobbies, reception areas and executive offices. It fits contemporary, minimalist, modern luxury, Scandinavian, coastal and architectural interiors. Exhibited at Art Capital, Grand Palais, Paris, 2026, and reproduced in the official Art Capital 2026 catalogue. Acrylic on canvas. Hand-signed on the front, branded brass plaque on the side edge, Certificate of Authenticity included. Keywords: vertical abstract painting, large vertical artwork, white and grey abstract, sage green accent, pearl and graphite, neutral abstract art, calm wall art, movement and flow, spiral composition, textured acrylic painting, art for high ceilings, art above console, hotel lobby art, spa art