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Original art by Phaedra VanArtHub, Vancouver

Signed by Memory: Original Colored Pencil on Artboard by Phaedra | VanArtHub

Colored Pencil on Artboard11.8 × 15.7 in2025One-of-a-kind original

A quiet fine art portrait capturing vulnerability, solitude, and emotional exposure through a fragile human figure.

$723.00 CAD
$723.00 CAD
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The story behind this piece

This fine art artwork portrays a fragile moment of emotional exposure and quiet solitude. Seen from behind, the human figure appears withdrawn into itself, suspended between presence and disappearance. Soft lighting, muted tones, and fluid surroundings dissolve the boundary between body and emotion.



Rather than narrating a specific story, the piece invites contemplation, reflecting themes of vulnerability, inner healing, and the silent acceptance of pain. The restrained composition emphasizes stillness, allowing viewers to project their own emotional experiences onto the figure.



This artwork is a subtle yet powerful statement, ideal for collectors drawn to introspective narratives, contemporary figurative art, and emotionally resonant imagery.

Shipping, trial and returns
  • Free, fully insured shipping. Delivery takes 3 to 7 business days in Canada and 5 to 10 in the USA. Every piece is professionally packed and insured door to door.
  • 14-day free trial. Live with the painting for 14 days. If it is not right for your space, return it for a full refund and we pay the return shipping.
  • 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
11.8 × 15.7 in
Medium
Colored Pencil on Artboard
Subject
Portrait Paintings
Style
Fine Art Paintings
Orientation
Vertical
Artist
Phaedra
Year
2025
Edition
Original, one of a kind
Authenticity
Certificate of Authenticity included
SKU
COLORED-PENCIL-PAINTING-01
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About this artwork

Artwork Statement

The artwork features a fair-skinned individual with light, tousled hair, depicted from the chest up, facing left in profile. Their left shoulder and back are visible, with the right arm and shoulder partially obscured by the body. The individual is positioned amidst dark grey, rumpled fabric, suggesting bedding. A lighter-skinned hand, extending from the right, points to the individual's upper back, where the word "guilty" is faintly visible, seemingly etched into the skin. The background is a stark, unadorned white. The color palette is dominated by warm skin tones, light blonde hair, and cool grey fabrics, creating a sense of quiet intimacy. The overall mood is contemplative and perhaps melancholic, underscored by the subtle inscription and the introspective gaze of the subject.

Interior Design Use

This piece would create a focal point in a bedroom or study, adding a touch of introspective beauty. Its muted palette and intimate subject matter would foster a calm and reflective atmosphere, suitable for a private space.

Technical Details

  • Artist: Phaedra
  • Medium: Colored Pencil on Artboard
  • Size: 11.8 x 15.7 in (30 x 40 cm)
  • Year: 2025
  • Type: One-of-a-kind original
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

Questions about this painting

How big is Signed by Memory, and what size wall does it suit?
Signed by Memory by Phaedra measures 11.8 by 15.7 inches (30 by 40 cm), so it is portrait, taller than it is wide. VanArtHub suggests hanging it over a wall space or piece of furniture at least 18 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 Signed by Memory an original painting or a print?
Signed by Memory is a one-of-a-kind original painted by Phaedra, colored pencil on artboard. 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 Signed by Memory?
Subject is a fair-skinned individual with light hair. The individual is depicted from the chest up, facing left in profile. A hand points to the word "guilty" on the individual's back. The individual is surrounded by dark grey, rumpled fabric. The background is solid white. The subject is people. It was painted by Phaedra and is titled Signed by Memory.
What colours are in Signed by Memory?
The dominant colour in Signed by Memory by Phaedra is beige. The style is abstract, contemporary art. 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 Signed by Memory suit?
This piece would create a focal point in a bedroom or study, adding a touch of introspective beauty. Its muted palette and intimate subject matter would foster a calm and reflective atmosphere, suitable for a private space. Signed by Memory was painted by Phaedra.
Who painted Signed by Memory?
Signed by Memory 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 Signed by Memory painted?
Signed by Memory by Phaedra was painted in 2025, colored pencil on artboard. It is a recent original rather than a reissue or a later copy.
How much does Signed by Memory cost, and what is included in the price?
Signed by Memory by Phaedra is $723.00 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 Signed by Memory if it does not suit my wall?
Yes. Every painting VanArtHub sells, including Signed by Memory 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 Signed by Memory, and does it cost extra?
Shipping is free and fully insured. Signed by Memory 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 Signed by Memory still available?
Yes, Signed by Memory 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 Signed by Memory?
VanArtHub offers a Lifetime Trade-Back. You can trade Signed by Memory 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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