Calm and Serene

Description

In Calm & Serene, James Harris invites us to take a deep breath and soak in the gentle atmosphere of the highveld. The composition is anchored by two magnificent, mature trees whose branches reach across the canvas, creating a natural frame. Harris’s expressive, textured brushwork gives a rugged realness to the bark and foliage.

Beyond them, the veld stretches out in soft, earthy tones, where a herd of cattle grazes undisturbed under a vast, cloud dusted sky. This piece is a masterclass in subtlety, capturing that uniquely South African feeling of wide open space and enduring calm. It’s a proper gem that would bring a sense of tranquillity to any room.

Artist: James Harris (SA 1980)