by Laura Bernardeschi Nelson

Artwork Description

Veil Enigma by Laura Bernardeschi Nelson

35.0 x 45.0 cm

Veiled Enigma Artist: Laura Bernardeschi Nelson Medium: Oil pastels on paper Dimensions: 45 x 35 cm Description: In Veiled Enigma, Laura Bernardeschi Nelson brings to life a mysterious figure that seems to step out of a dream. Draped in a plume-adorned hat and a delicate dotted veil, the woman with blue hair carries both elegance and secrecy. Her half-closed eyes invite the viewer into a private world where fantasy and history intermingle. Rendered in rich oil pastels, the textured surface glows with vibrant hues of violet, azure, and gold. The composition echoes both the theatricality of Venetian masks and the intimacy of portraiture, creating a sense of timeless enchantment. This work is part of Nelson’s ongoing exploration of identity, concealment, and transformation—an artwork that speaks in whispers, yet leaves a lasting impression.

Artwork Details

Medium: Painting Pastel

Genre: Expressionism