• Three dark teepees stand on a textured, ochre-hued desert plain beneath a sky filled with faint, wispy clouds, oil on canvas.
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Original art by Phaedra VanArtHub, Vancouver

Silence of the Desert: Original Oil on Canvas | VanArtHub

Oil on Canvas19.7 × 27.6 in2025One-of-a-kind original

A contemplative fine art landscape depicting distant figures beneath a dramatic sky, evoking solitude, passage, and quiet reflection.

$1,265.00 CAD
$1,265.00 CAD
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The story behind this piece

This fine art painting presents a subdued landscape where distant figures move slowly across an open horizon, surrounded by an expansive and textured sky. The composition emphasizes scale and atmosphere, allowing the vastness of the environment to overshadow human presence.



Earthy tones and softened forms create a sense of silence and introspection, suggesting themes of journey, distance, and emotional transition. The figures appear small and almost suspended within the scene, reinforcing a poetic balance between movement and stillness.



Ideal for collectors and interiors drawn to depth and subtle narrative, this artwork offers a timeless visual experience that invites contemplation and a deeper emotional connection.

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
19.7 × 27.6 in
Medium
Oil on Canvas
Subject
Landscape Paintings
Style
Fine Art Paintings
Orientation
Vertical
Artist
Phaedra
Year
2025
Edition
Original, one of a kind
Authenticity
Certificate of Authenticity included
SKU
OIL-PAINTING-03
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About this artwork

Artwork Statement

This artwork depicts a vast, muted landscape under a sprawling sky. The composition is dominated by a sweeping expanse of sky and ground, with a small cluster of structures positioned in the lower right quadrant. The sky features broad, horizontal brushstrokes in shades of beige, light brown, and off-white, with subtle hints of pale green suggesting distant clouds or atmospheric effects. The ground mirrors these earthy tones, rendered with thick, textured horizontal brushstrokes that create a sense of dry, expansive terrain. Three dark, conical structures, resembling tipis, stand in a row, receding into the distance. The foreground is a rich, textured brown, transitioning to lighter, hazy tones towards the horizon where faint, triangular shapes suggest mountains. The overall mood is one of quiet solitude and expansive natural beauty, conveyed through a limited palette and a focus on open space.

Interior Design Use

This piece would enhance a living room or study, particularly in a space with a rustic or minimalist aesthetic. Its earthy tones and serene landscape evoke a calm and contemplative atmosphere, offering a subtle focal point without overwhelming the room.

Technical Details

  • Artist: Phaedra
  • Medium: Oil on Canvas
  • Size: 19.7 x 27.6 in (50 x 70 cm)
  • Year: 2025
  • Type: One-of-a-kind original
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

Questions about this painting

How big is Silence of the Desert, and what size wall does it suit?
Silence of the Desert by Phaedra measures 19.7 by 27.6 inches (50 by 70 cm), so it is portrait, taller than it is wide. VanArtHub suggests hanging it over a wall space or piece of furniture at least 30 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 Silence of the Desert an original painting or a print?
Silence of the Desert 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 Silence of the Desert?
Landscape painting with a vast sky and ground. Features three dark, conical structures (tipis) in the lower right. Dominant colors are beige, light brown, off-white, and earthy brown. Subtle pale green accents are visible in the sky. Textured brushstrokes are prominent in the foreground and sky. Faint, triangular shapes resembling mountains are visible on the horizon. The composition emphasizes open space and a sense of solitude. The subject is nature. It was painted by Phaedra and is titled Silence of the Desert.
What colours are in Silence of the Desert?
The dominant colour in Silence of the Desert by Phaedra is beige. The style is contemporary art, 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 Silence of the Desert suit?
This piece would enhance a living room or study, particularly in a space with a rustic or minimalist aesthetic. Its earthy tones and serene landscape evoke a calm and contemplative atmosphere, offering a subtle focal point without overwhelming the room. Silence of the Desert was painted by Phaedra.
Who painted Silence of the Desert?
Silence of the Desert was painted by Phaedra, an artist represented by VanArtHub, a gallery based in Vancouver, Canada.
When was Silence of the Desert painted?
Silence of the Desert 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 Silence of the Desert cost, and what is included in the price?
Silence of the Desert by Phaedra is $1,265.00 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 Silence of the Desert if it does not suit my wall?
Yes. Every painting VanArtHub sells, including Silence of the Desert 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 Silence of the Desert, and does it cost extra?
Shipping is free and fully insured. Silence of the Desert 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 Silence of the Desert still available?
Yes, Silence of the Desert 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 Silence of the Desert?
VanArtHub offers a Lifetime Trade-Back. You can trade Silence of the Desert 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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