
Carolyn Reynolds American, b. 1947
Gilded Duet, 2025
Oil over gold leaf
48 x 36"
202502-5677
Carolyn Reynolds’ 'Gilded Duet' is a stunning exploration of light, texture, and movement. This captivating piece features two elegant hummingbirds in mid-flight, their delicate forms hovering over a rich, gilded...
Carolyn Reynolds’ "Gilded Duet" is a stunning exploration of light, texture, and movement. This captivating piece features two elegant hummingbirds in mid-flight, their delicate forms hovering over a rich, gilded background. Reynolds masterfully applies oil paint over gold leaf, creating a luminous, multidimensional surface that shimmers with depth and warmth. The interplay between the radiant gold and the finely detailed hummingbirds enhances the piece’s ethereal quality, evoking a sense of serenity and grace. As light moves across the surface, the background glows, making "Gilded Duet" a dynamic and timeless work that embodies Reynolds’ signature fusion of nature and luxury.