Painting by Rosa Matalone 56 Artworks Sold

Faces in the Reef

Acrylic, Canvas, Ready to hang

150cm (W) x 100cm (H) x 2cm (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included

Complete Your Piece With A Wood Frame

A$690

Arrives 18–20 Sep

Free Shipping Australia Wide · Free returns

Art Advisory Free Back tomorrow 9am AEST
Advisor
Advisor
Our advisor team
Replies within 1 business day

Have questions about this piece? Leave your number or email and we'll get back to you.

Artwork Description

Faces in the reef is a striking large-scale original measuring 100 x 150 cm, painted on stretched canvas and ready to hang.
This work explores unity, feminine strength, and silent connection beneath the surface.
Five elongated figures emerge from a vibrant underwater world of coral, flowing sea grass, and drifting fish.
The central figure, eyes gently closed, embodies calm and introspection, while the surrounding profiles create a sense of protection and quiet awareness.
Layered oceanic blues form a luminous backdrop, contrasted with electric corals, warm ochres, and fluid organic movement in the foreground.
The composition balances structured line work with expressive colour and texture — a signature element of Rosa’s contemporary style.
Bold yet harmonious, this piece makes a strong statement in modern interiors. Its scale allows it to anchor a living space, dining room, or entryway with both energy and serenity.
An original, one-of-a-kind artwork.
Signed on the front and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Artist Bio

Based in Melbourne, Rosa is a contemporary abstract artist specializing in mixed media on canvas. Working from her home studio, she finds true joy in the creative process, constantly exploring new textures, materials, and techniques.

Her work is characterized by dynamic layering, gestural strokes, and an intuitive balance between structure and spontaneity.

Faces and eyes are recurring elements in her art—an instinctive motif that has been with her since childhood. Influenced by Frida Kahlo , Picasso, Basquiat, and ancient Egyptian art, Rosa’s pieces blend modern abstraction with a sense of history and symbolism.

An animal lover and passionate creator, Rosa has successfully sold her work through art fairs, her Facebook page, and her website: www.kexpressionism.art.

Her pieces continue to attract collectors drawn to their raw emotion, depth, and tactile quality.

Commissions

Rosa's studio is in Melbourne