Peacock Courtyard — Black & Gold Peacock Statement Painting

Two peacocks sit within an imagined architectural garden of arches, flowers and gold ornament.

Against the deep black ground, the turquoise, emerald and cobalt feathers become almost jewel-like, while the gold linework gives the piece the feeling of an illuminated doorway or decorative screen.

Buy it for: the feeling of bringing something rich, transportive and beautifully excessive into the room. It has enough detail to keep revealing itself, but enough structure to hold a space from across the room.

Place it: where it can become part of the architecture — above a console, in a dining room, formal living space, entrance, private lounge, boutique hotel or restaurant. It is particularly strong with warm walnut, dark stone, cream upholstery, brass, olive velvet and low evening lighting.