Abstract Head Contour

by Christian Ovís

‘Abstract Head Contour’ depicts a human head composed of loose, coloured lines. The face is turned slightly upwards and to the right. Curved strips outline the forehead, nose, mouth and chin. On the left, a small round loop forms the ear. Yellow, green, orange, red, blue and white follow the various contours. The background remains a calm grey.

The lines do not run continuously throughout, but leave large openings between the different parts. At the top, a few light strips curve over the forehead like broad locks of hair. Around the mouth, the colours come closer together. Below the chin, long, almost parallel bands merge into a slender neck. Light at the edges and dark sides give the strips depth. The recognisable direction of the face remains visible, whilst the empty spaces lend the portrait an open and airy character.

This abstract portrait wall art suits a modern interior with graphic accents and a calm backdrop. In a living room, hall or creative workspace, the head can serve as a striking focal point. Yellow, green or blue details can complement individual lines. From a distance, you mainly notice the upward tilt of the face; up close, the breaks, small curves and varying colour bands stand out.