• Light-feathered birds ascend on golden wisps toward an ethereal white light. Acrylic on canvas by Marjan Mousavi.
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Original art by Marjan Mousavi VanArtHub, Vancouver

Toward the Light: Original Acrylic on Canvas by Marjan Mousavi | VanArtHub

Acrylic on Canvas39.4 × 39.4 in2025One-of-a-kind original

A dynamic interplay of birds rises from darkness toward a luminous center, conveying movement and transformation.

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The story behind this piece

'Toward the Light' portrays a mesmerizing movement where a flock of birds ascends from a shadowed background into a radiant vortex, presenting an orchestration of flight that resonates with fluidity and grace. The painting unfolds with soft greens, golds, and pale blues interweaving to guide the eye and the avian forms toward a luminous focal point, where shapes begin to dissolve into light, capturing a sense of transcendence.



The birds’ ascent embodies a collective journey from areas of shadow into clarity, evoking a narrative of transformation and unity through rhythmic and musical flight patterns. This artwork invites the viewer to interpret this migration as a metaphorical passage, suggesting notions of escape and emergence, while exploring the interplay between individual and communal movement within abstract and figurative dimensions.



'Toward the Light' captivates contemplative viewers and collectors who appreciate artworks that meld detailed realism with abstract forms, offering a space for introspection on themes of light, motion, and transformation. The painting stands as an invitation to explore the dreamlike confluence of movement and stillness, imagination and reality.



Artist: Marjan Mousavi Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Size: 100 × 100 cm (approx. 39.4 × 39.4 in) Year: 2025 Signature: Hand-signed by artist on the lower left Collection: Dance of the Birds

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Technical details

Size
39.4 × 39.4 in
Medium
Acrylic on Canvas
Subject
Nature
Style
Abstract
Artist
Marjan Mousavi
Year
2025
Edition
Original, one of a kind
Authenticity
Certificate of Authenticity included
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About this artwork

Artwork Statement

This artwork depicts a dynamic flock of birds in various stages of flight, set against a dark background. The composition is dominated by a swirling, light-colored vortex in the upper right, from which some birds appear to emerge or dissolve. Numerous birds, rendered in shades of white, grey, and light blue, with touches of warm brown and green, are scattered across the canvas, their wings outstretched and feathers detailed. They are interspersed with flowing, translucent brushstrokes in shades of gold, olive green, and light blue, creating a sense of movement and energy. The overall mood is ethereal and energetic, suggesting a magical or spiritual ascent, with the dark background providing a stark contrast that emphasizes the luminous quality of the birds and swirling light. The birds exhibit a range of postures, from soaring to seemingly calling out.

Interior Design Use

This piece would serve as a captivating focal point in a contemporary living room or a serene bedroom. Its ethereal quality and dynamic movement would introduce a sense of wonder and lightness, creating an uplifting and sophisticated atmosphere in any space.

Technical Details

  • Artist: Marjan Mousavi
  • Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
  • Size: 39.4 x 39.4 in (100 x 100 cm)
  • Year: 2025
  • Type: One-of-a-kind original
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

Questions about this painting

How big is Toward the Light, and what size wall does it suit?
Toward the Light by Marjan Mousavi measures 39.4 by 39.4 inches (100 by 100 cm), so it is square. VanArtHub suggests hanging it over a wall space or piece of furniture at least 59 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 Toward the Light an original painting or a print?
Toward the Light is a one-of-a-kind original painted by Marjan Mousavi, acrylic 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 Toward the Light?
Artwork depicts multiple birds in flight. The background is predominantly dark with swirling light and colored lines. Birds are rendered in white, grey, light blue, brown, and green tones. A large, luminous vortex is visible in the upper right quadrant. The subject is birds, contemporary, dreamlike space, collective motion, dynamic composition. It was painted by Marjan Mousavi and is titled Toward the Light.
What colours are in Toward the Light?
The dominant colour in Toward the Light by Marjan Mousavi is black & white / neutral. The style is 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 Toward the Light suit?
This piece would serve as a captivating focal point in a contemporary living room or a serene bedroom. Its ethereal quality and dynamic movement would introduce a sense of wonder and lightness, creating an uplifting and sophisticated atmosphere in any space. Toward the Light was painted by Marjan Mousavi.
Who painted Toward the Light?
Toward the Light was painted by Marjan Mousavi, an artist represented by VanArtHub, a gallery based in Vancouver, Canada. You can see the rest of Marjan Mousavi's available and past work at https://vanarthub.com/pages/marjan-mousavi.
When was Toward the Light painted?
Toward the Light by Marjan Mousavi was painted in 2025, acrylic on canvas. It is a recent original rather than a reissue or a later copy.
How much does Toward the Light cost, and what is included in the price?
Toward the Light by Marjan Mousavi is $2,349.00 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 Toward the Light if it does not suit my wall?
Yes. Every painting VanArtHub sells, including Toward the Light by Marjan Mousavi, 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 Toward the Light, and does it cost extra?
Shipping is free and fully insured. Toward the Light 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 Toward the Light still available?
Yes, Toward the Light by Marjan Mousavi 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 Toward the Light?
VanArtHub offers a Lifetime Trade-Back. You can trade Toward the Light 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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