Dalmantin
In Migle Kosinskaite’s Dalmantin, the boundary between human and animal dissolves into a poignant meditation on identity and belonging. The figure, painted in profile, bears the delicate face of a child yet is covered in the black-and-white pattern of a Dalmatian’s coat. A simple leather collar encircles the neck - both a symbol of domestication and a quiet mark of tenderness. This hybrid being exists in a liminal space, neither entirely human nor creature, evoking questions about innocence, control, and the fragile nature of individuality.
The stark contrast of tones intensifies the painting’s emotional gravity. Against a void-like black background, the pale form glows with haunting purity. Each brushstroke of fur, each shadowed eyelid, reveals Kosinskaite’s sensitivity to the nuances of vulnerability. The downward gaze of the subject suggests introspection rather than submission - as if the soul beneath the spotted skin is listening inwardly, seeking meaning in its transformation.
Dalmantin becomes a visual poem on adaptation and self-perception. Through this quiet portrait, Migle Kosinskaite contemplates the ways we are shaped by expectation and longing - how identity can be both disguise and revelation. The work whispers that our true essence may lie not in what separates us from the wild, but in the delicate thread that still connects us to it.
Prints on Paper
- Printed on archival grade cotton paper without optical brighteners.
- Image dimensions are as shown in Size option plus 2 inch wide white border.
- Ships rolled in a tube.
Framed Paper Prints
- Ready to hang.
- 3/4 inch wide frame.
- 2 inch wide white mat.
- Total dimensions: image dimensions as shown in Size option plus 2 inch mat plus 3/4 inch frame.
- Covered with UV coated acrylic for protection from fading and moisture.
Prints on Canvas
- Ready to Hang: Each print on canvas arrives ready to hang, designed for effortless display.
- Canvas Dimensions: The listed size options show the height and width of the canvas stretched around sturdy wooden bars, with a depth of 1.5 inches.
- Floating Frame: Add 5/8 inch to the height and width of selected dimensions to account for the total frame size. The frame has 2 inch depth.
- Frame Colors: Slight variations may occur due to your lighting environment and the handmade nature of our frames.
- Premium Materials: Printed on archival quality fine art canvas for a luxurious finish.
- Enhanced Protection: Every print is coated with a specialized protective layer to ensure longevity, resist scratches and abrasions, provide UV protection, and make it waterproof.
Free shipping for all orders.
Your custom art is carefully crafted and shipped within 7-10 business days. Delivery typically takes an additional 3–5 days, so you can expect to receive your artwork within 2 weeks from the time you place your order.
24-Hour Cancellation Policy
Orders can be canceled within 24 hours of placement. After this time, your order enters production and can no longer be canceled.
Replacements-Only Policy
If your item arrives damaged, we’re happy to provide a free replacement. Since each piece is handcrafted to order, we are unable to accommodate returns or exchanges. Thank you for understanding!
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