Meditative Monk - Artwork by Ortaire de Coupigny
With its quiet presence and earthy palette, Meditative Monk captures the serene gravity of a fish seemingly absorbed in contemplation. Set within the familiar sardine tin, the composition emphasizes stillness over movement, depth over spectacle. The reddish-brown body, flecked with subtle gold, recalls both sacred robes and aged icons, while the translucent resin creates the illusion of a suspended, timeless space. The wooden engraving completes the piece, reinforcing Ortaire de Coupigny’s dialogue between the everyday and the spiritual.
Sculpture and painting : metal on aluminium / Wax / pigments / Epoxy / Wooden engraving.
10 cm x 16 cm x 3.5 cm / 3.94 x 6.3 x 1.38 inches.
One-of-a-kind artwork.
Signed by the artist.
2025
Ready to hang (See back picture).
No exposure to direct sun or above 50°C or above 122°F.