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Artist: Philip Letsu

60 by 48 inches

Acrylic on Canvas

Description:

In this portrait, a young man stands with quiet confidence against a richly textured pink background. Dressed in a color-blocked tank top of rose, gold, and blue paired with crisp white shorts, this figure is both striking and approachable. A blue bucket hat frames his vivid eyes, rendered in Blau’s signature piercing blue, drawing the viewer into direct engagement.

At his side, a simple wooden table holds a vase of white flowers, a subtle yet symbolic detail that softens the composition while grounding the figure in a space that feels both intimate and ceremonial. The interplay of bold flat colors, textured backdrop, and meticulous detail reflects Letsu’s ability to merge contemporary aesthetics with cultural resonance.

This painting exemplifies his gift for capturing both individuality and universality, making his work highly sought after among collectors of modern figurative painting and African contemporary art. His ability to transform everyday subjects into timeless icons has established him as a rising voice in the Los Angeles art scene and a featured artist at the West Hollywood art gallery.

Price: $5,000