Folding screens are the most versatile accessory to any room! From the practicality of a room divider to an accent piece in a corner to elevate the boring wall, these pieces offer a practical solution for adding warmth to any living space. The durable, double-sided canvas facades are each mounted on hand-built wooden frames. Each single panel measures 22 inches wide by 60 inches tall. Choose from either 2, 3 or 4 panels to find the perfect fit for your needs. Whatever your choice, their free standing, sturdy design is made to make your decor change quick and easy!
ABOUT THE PAINTING
BONA FORTUNA: Acrylic on canvas, 1 x 3 FT.
From Latin, this phrase literally translates to “good luck”. I have carried it with me from high school when my Latin teacher would say it in a sing song manner while passing out weekly quizzes. Luck meant something different then and I find it an ever changing concept even now.
Luck, for me, is best defined with quotes these days, like Samuel Goldwyn saying, “The harder I work, the luckier I get.” or the Seneca attribution of “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” I guess it boils down to believing that we create our own luck. But, can that be the only reason such an idea is so important that it’s given a name, throughout history and cultures across oceans?
As I was finishing this piece, it was already sold and became a bit of a commission. I thought of this person, her family coin collectors and coins historically becoming talismans for luck. I looked up other talismans. What made those things bear significance, was it hope for or intention within? I imagined myself imbuing this piece with luck, through strokes of my paintbrush. I cannot say whether this piece will bring this person luck but I can say that I feel blessed that she had such immediate connection to this piece. I hope this blessing she gave follows her through this canvas and the lifetime they will now share. How lucky are we both?