The Shape of Contentment
2025
Oil on canvas
40 × 40 cm / 15.7 × 15.7 in
Sold
About the work
Outside, snow rests quietly on a bamboo grove. The scene is hushed, cold, and unchanging. Inside, a cat lies on its back in sleep, its body softened by the warmth of a golden light that falls across its belly like morning sun.
The contrast is subtle but intentional. The cold stillness beyond the window sharpens the intimacy within, where warmth becomes a kind of shelter. The cat, completely at ease, reveals its most vulnerable side. That gesture — simple and unconscious — speaks to a profound sense of safety.
With gentle restraint, the work captures a moment suspended between tenderness and solitude, where quiet becomes its form of trust.
Artwork details
- Artist
- Tianhao 田浩
- Year
- 2025
- Medium
- Oil on canvas
- Dimensions
- 40 × 40 cm
15.7 × 15.7 in (H × W) - Originality
- Unique
- Signature
- Hand-signed by artist
- Certificate
- Included (issued by gallery)
- Condition
- The painting is in excellent condition.
Framing, delivery & returns
Before purchasing, ask us about framing and delivery for this work, including how it will arrive, shipping costs and the expected delivery time.
Canvas paintings smaller than 70 × 70 cm arrive stretched on wooden stretcher bars and ready to hang. An outer frame is not included. Larger paintings may travel rolled for protection; we’ll confirm how your painting will arrive before dispatch.
We can arrange a framing consultation to help you choose a frame that complements the artwork, your wall and the surrounding space. Contact the gallery to discuss materials, finishes and proportions.
Pickup may be arranged for selected works, depending on their location. Please contact the gallery to confirm availability.
We typically ship with FedEx, UPS or specialist art carriers, depending on the artwork and destination.