Le Miserable

La Miserable
14 3/16 x 11 3/16 x 3/4 inches
 
Le Miserable presents a compelling portrait rendered directly onto poplar wood through a delicate blend of pyrography and watercolor pencils. The composition captures a young woman’s face framed by long, swirling hair that seems to drift organically across the surface, its flowing lines harmonizing with the natural grain of the wood beneath. The eyes are a focal point—meticulously detailed and quietly intense—inviting a contemplative connection. The warm tones of the wood serve as a rich backdrop, with areas of light and dark burn marks skillfully arranged to create depth and subtle contrast. In the upper left corner, the title “Le Miserable” is inscribed in a stylized script, nodding to the emotional resonance of the novel that influenced this piece. The overall effect balances warmth and complexity, weaving together texture, line, and shadow into an intimate interpretation that both honors its literary inspiration and celebrates the tactile qualities of the medium.
 
14 3/16 x 11 3/16 x 3/4 inches
Poplar Wood
Routed
Hand Burned
Watercolor Paints for blue eyes
Polyurethane Sealed