" Miao Girl by Candlelight "

This is a beautiful framed oil painting depicting a woman in traditional ethnic attire, seated in a boat with a candle lit. The artwork captures a serene night scene with a moonlit sky and a quaint street in the background. The detailed traditional clothing and headdress are a focal point of the piece. Artist: Li Hua signiture 2007. Medium: Oil on Linen. Subject: Intricate portrait of a young Hmong-Miao woman in traditional silver Unique Headdress: Exceptional detail in the three dimensional silver floral crown and filigree tassels. Lighting: Masterful Chiaroscuro ( candlelight/moonlight effect. Condition: Excellent; professionally framed in a heavy metallic-toned wood frame. Dimensions 24x20. This is a high end painting that clearly defines the skills of the artist. Unique feature: Notable for the asymmetrical " Phoenix-tail" flare on the back right side of the headdress which clearly authenticates the uniqueness of this original oil painting. Masterful use of impasto to highlight the three dimensional silver filigree against the backdrop of an atmospheric city. Era : Circa 1980s-2000s. Condition: close-up images reveal some minor service cracking (craquelure) and small losses of paint in the darker background areas, which is common in the mid to late 20th- century oils if the canvas has shifted or been exposed to temperature changes. This painting is in good condition and is ready to hang. This painting is a unique piece of artwork that has been well done!