À Travers Le Verre 1 by Pénélope Barbier is a unique oil painting created in 2025 that explores perception, distance, and the subtle separation between observer and subject. The title—translated as Through the Glass—suggests mediation and reflection, where vision is filtered and reality becomes slightly altered. Rather than presenting a direct scene, the work focuses on atmosphere and emotional nuance, inviting the viewer to consider what is seen versus what is felt.

Executed in oil and natural pigments on canvas, À Travers Le Verre 1 by Pénélope Barbier is distinguished by its layered surface and refined tonal transitions. The use of natural pigments introduces organic variation and depth, reinforcing a sense of fragility and impermanence. Oil paint allows the composition to build slowly, creating a surface that feels both present and elusive—mirroring the conceptual idea of looking through a transparent barrier.

Measuring 60 × 50 cm (23.62 × 19.68 in), the artwork is intimate yet substantial, making it well suited for contemporary interiors, curated walls, and private collections. Its proportions encourage close viewing, drawing attention to subtle shifts in color and texture that might otherwise go unnoticed. The scale reinforces the introspective nature of the work, keeping the experience personal and contained.

This artwork is unique and one of a kind. No editions or reproductions exist. À Travers Le Verre 1 by Pénélope Barbier ships mounted on a professional wooden frame and arrives ready to hang, requiring no additional framing or preparation.

The listed price for this artwork is USD 1,100.

The work reflects Pénélope Barbier’s ongoing exploration of atmosphere, perception, and implied narrative. Rather than offering a fixed interpretation, the painting allows space for reflection, encouraging viewers to project their own experiences of distance, memory, and observation into the composition.

À Travers Le Verre 1 by Pénélope Barbier is intended for collectors who value contemporary painting that communicates through subtlety and material sensitivity—work that reveals depth through restraint and sustained engagement.

Artwork Details

Title: À Travers Le Verre 1

Artist: Pénélope Barbier

Year: 2025

Technique: Oil and natural pigments on canvas

Dimensions: 60 × 50 cm / 23.62 × 19.68 in

Edition: Unique

Price: USD 1,100

Presentation: Ships mounted on a professional wooden frame