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Chinwe Russell - Lovers Beneath the Red Sky – Romantic Acrylic on Canvas by Chinwe Russell, Modern Expressionist. Lovers Beneath the Red Sky – Romantic Acrylic on Canvas by Chinwe Russell, Modern Expressionist Artist , MEDIUM ; Acrylic on Canvas, ARTIST: Chinwe RussellYEAR OF CREATION : 2021, SIZE 8x10 inches (25x20cm)This expressive and emotive small-format painting by award-winning British-Nigerian artist Chinwe Russell captures the timeless intimacy between two lovers beneath a vibrant, abstracted tree. Painted in Russell’s distinctive storytelling style, Lovers Beneath the Red Sky radiates warmth, passion, and movement.The bold red background sets the stage for an explosion of green, white, and black brushstrokes, symbolising life, renewal, and emotional connection. The tree, alive with rhythmic motion, arches protectively over the couple, while textured impasto layers create a sculptural, three-dimensional feel that draws the viewer into the scene.Chinwe Russell’s works are known for their narrative strength and raw emotional depth. Exhibited at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition (twice) and featured in museum and gallery shows across Europe and Africa, Russell is celebrated for major series such as 20 Historical Women Who Changed the World, The Africa Exhibition, and Lives, Lands & Legacies.This original acrylic on canvas is a studio study — an intimate collectible that embodies the artist’s signature themes of love, heritage, and human connection. It’s a perfect acquisition for art collectors, interior designers, and admirers of global contemporary art.Medium: Acrylic on canvasTechnique: Heavy impasto / Expressive textured brushworkStyle: Contemporary / Naïve Expressionism / Figurative–AbstractSigned by the artistShipping: WorldwideKeywords: Chinwe Russell painting, Royal Academy artist, African British art, collectible original painting, textured impasto canvas, small-format artwork, modern expressionist painting, art for collectors, contemporary African art, art for interior design, romantic art, storytelling artist, emerging global artist, art under $1000, red abstract art, figurative expressionism, modern collectible painting, UK contemporary art, vibrant acrylic artwork. Condition: Good as in the images Dimensions: 25 x 20 cm