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The artwork 'The Shield of Self' by Karen L. Burns features bold geometric color blocks in deep black, vibrant red, and soft blue, with textured brushstrokes creating an abstract modernist composition. Subtle scratches and layered acrylic paint add depth and emotional resonance to this contemporary 12x12 protective shield motif.
The artwork 'The Shield of Self' by Karen L. Burns features bold abstract composition with dramatic contrasts of black, red, and blue blocks against a textured backdrop. The acrylic painting showcases geometric forms with rough, expressive brushstrokes, mounted in a sleek black frame, creating a powerful contemporary statement piece that sits harmoniously above an antique wooden console.
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    Karen L. Burns

    The Shield of Self

    Original Artwork

    Dimensions: Height 12 in. x Width 12 in.

    Medium: Arylic and mixed medium

    Deep, dramatic hues of red, yellow, and black create a bold, protective energy, perfect for striking contemporary decor.

    $88
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    $650
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    The work comes with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist.

    We offer $50 shipping in the continental U.S. and $20 installation service in the NYC metro area. Return shipping is also $50, but waived if you rent for 6 months or longer. Just shoot us an email and we'll help you safely return the artworks.

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    Karen L. Burns

    Karen L. Burns

    Born in Baltimore, MD/ Works in Bethany Beach, DE

    Karen Burns began a new journey of artistic self-discovery after leaving behind the fast pace of Corporate America. Now living in a Delaware beach town, she draws inspiration from the shifting coastal landscape and the subtle beauty of life’s small details. For Karen, these small moments reveal life’s deeper truths, shaping her artistic process. Her recent collection, The Empowerment Series, reflects her personal quest to find balance in a polarized world. Using bold colors and layered textures, Karen’s paintings explore themes of strength, resilience, protection with vulnerability. Each piece is designed to resonate with the viewer, encouraging moments of introspection and connection.

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