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Original art by Phaedra VanArtHub, Vancouver

Birth of Death: Original Oil on Canvas by Phaedra | VanArtHub

Oil on Canvas27.6 × 39.4 in2025One-of-a-kind original

This artwork explores the intersection of life and death, enveloped in a surreal and introspective atmosphere.

$1,988.00 CAD
$1,988.00 CAD
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The story behind this piece

In 'Birth of Death,' we are presented with an inverted world where humanity's pursuit of life ironically draws upon the concept of death. The artwork conjures an ambiance of tension, shrouded in surreal and introspective tones, inviting viewers to engage with its dark narrative.



This piece serves as a symbolic reflection of how mankind, in its quest for meaning, often finds itself anchored in the shallows of superstition and illusion. Life and decay intertwine as humanity perceives control in a world that reeks of silence and decay. The canvas portrays a ritualistic repetition where reasoning fades, leaving only the shadow of imitation.



'Birth of Death' encourages introspection, challenging viewers to consider the cyclical habits of life and the mysteries of human existence. This piece resonates deeply with collectors and introspective observers who are drawn to its emotional depth and symbolism.



Artist: Phaedra Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 100 × 70 cm (approx. 39.4 × 27.6 in) Year: 2025 Signature: Hand-signed by artist on the lower left Collection: Disturbing Light

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  • Certificate of Authenticity. A signed certificate ships with the artwork, confirming it is a one-of-a-kind original.
  • Lifetime Trade-Back. Your taste can change. Trade this piece back at any time for store credit toward another original.
  • Ships from Vancouver, Canada. Packed by the gallery and tracked all the way to your door.

Technical details

Size
27.6 × 39.4 in
Medium
Oil on Canvas
Subject
Surreal Imagery
Style
Contemporary Conceptualism
Artist
Phaedra
Year
2025
Edition
Original, one of a kind
Authenticity
Certificate of Authenticity included
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About this artwork

Artwork Statement

In this upside-down world, people feed on death to feel alive. Looking for meaning, we bury our heads in the very place where meaning disappears.

We think we're guided by reason, but we're really following blind habit. With every bite, countless lives are quietly ended, and we've stopped noticing the smell of blood and waste behind it.

'Birth of Death' isn't the start of a cycle. It's the continuation of a habit we follow without thinking, where reason has gone quiet, and only imitation remains alive.

Interior Design Use

This artwork would serve as a striking focal point in a contemporary living room, study, or gallery space. Its rich, dark tones and unusual subject matter create a contemplative and intriguing atmosphere, sparking conversation and adding a unique artistic statement to the room.

Technical Details

  • Artist: Phaedra
  • Medium: Oil on Canvas
  • Size: 27.6 x 39.4 in (70 x 100 cm)
  • Year: 2025
  • Type: One-of-a-kind original
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

Questions about this painting

How big is Birth of Death, and what size wall does it suit?
Birth of Death by Phaedra measures 27.6 by 39.4 inches (70 by 100 cm), so it is portrait, taller than it is wide. VanArtHub suggests hanging it over a wall space or piece of furniture at least 41 inches wide, which keeps the painting at roughly two thirds of the width below it. Measure your wall before you order, and remember the 14-day trial covers you if the scale is not right in the room.
Is Birth of Death an original painting or a print?
Birth of Death is a one-of-a-kind original painted by Phaedra, oil on canvas. VanArtHub sells originals only and does not sell prints or reproductions of this work, so once it is bought there is no second copy. A signed Certificate of Authenticity ships with the painting.
What is shown in Birth of Death?
A vegan/animal-rights artwork about the cost of eating meat. Confronts how eating meat means ending countless lives out of habit. A philosophical reflection on conscience and blind tradition. The subject is human figure, introspection, dark narrative, ritual imagery, emotional tension. It was painted by Phaedra and is titled Birth of Death.
What colours are in Birth of Death?
The dominant colour in Birth of Death by Phaedra is brown. The style is surrealism, abstract. If you are matching a room, work from the wall colour and the largest piece of furniture rather than from small accessories, and use the 14-day trial to see the painting in your own light before you commit.
Which room does Birth of Death suit?
This artwork would serve as a striking focal point in a contemporary living room, study, or gallery space. Its rich, dark tones and unusual subject matter create a contemplative and intriguing atmosphere, sparking conversation and adding a unique artistic statement to the room. Birth of Death was painted by Phaedra.
Who painted Birth of Death?
Birth of Death was painted by Phaedra, an artist represented by VanArtHub, a gallery based in Vancouver, Canada. You can see the rest of Phaedra's available and past work at https://vanarthub.com/pages/phaedra.
When was Birth of Death painted?
Birth of Death by Phaedra was painted in 2025, oil on canvas. It is a recent original rather than a reissue or a later copy.
How much does Birth of Death cost, and what is included in the price?
Birth of Death by Phaedra is $1,988.00 CAD at VanArtHub. That price includes free fully insured shipping to Canada and the USA, a signed Certificate of Authenticity, and the 14-day trial. There is no framing charge, no delivery charge, and no buyer's premium on top.
Can I return Birth of Death if it does not suit my wall?
Yes. Every painting VanArtHub sells, including Birth of Death by Phaedra, comes with a 14-day trial. Hang it at home, and if it is not right, return it within 14 days for a full refund. VanArtHub pays the return shipping, so trying the piece costs you nothing.
How long does shipping take for Birth of Death, and does it cost extra?
Shipping is free and fully insured. Birth of Death ships from VanArtHub in Vancouver, Canada, and delivery takes 3 to 7 business days within Canada and 5 to 10 business days to the USA. The painting is professionally packed and tracked door to door, and it is insured for its full value the whole way.
Is Birth of Death still available?
Yes, Birth of Death by Phaedra is available to buy at VanArtHub as of today. It is a one-of-a-kind original, so there is only one of it and it is gone once it sells.
What if my taste changes after buying Birth of Death?
VanArtHub offers a Lifetime Trade-Back. You can trade Birth of Death back to the gallery at any time, with no deadline, and put the credit toward a different original. Because every piece is one of a kind, the trade-back is what lets a collection change over the years without a loss.

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