A collected work is not only selected; it is placed. This dossier records the material, scale, studio origin, and acquisition path for the piece.
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Afghan Girl
Nersel Muehlen
Shipping & Studio Lead Times
Ready works are prepared directly by the artist studio, then dispatched with full insurance and tracking. Most ready works leave the studio within 2-5 business days after acquisition confirmation.
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Technical Specifications.
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 24"x24"
Classification: Unique Work (One-of-a-kind)
Year: 2024
Provenance: Artist Direct / Mitsooz Vetted
Return Status: 7-Day Reflection
The Narrative.
Afghan Girl
An Original Oil Painting on Canvas
The Unwavering Gaze of Heritage.
Every face carries a history, a narrative, and a soul. In Afghan Girl, Nersel Muehlen masterfully captures a commanding presence defined by strength and unwavering dignity. The vibrant magenta scarf provides a striking, luminous contrast against the deep black background, drawing the collector’s eye directly to the emotional centerpiece of the work: the subject’s expressive, deep green eyes. This original oil painting is a visual sanctuary that celebrates the rich tapestry of global cultures, offering a persistent presence of empathy and worldly sophistication for the home.
Academic Mastery and Atmospheric Depth.
Based in California and trained at New York’s most prestigious art institutions, Muehlen utilizes a rigorous five stage painting method rooted in the traditions of the Old Masters. This 24x24 masterpiece began with a structural monochromatic Grisaille foundation, followed by meticulous layers of transparent glazes to achieve the lifelike, porcelain glow of the skin. To fully convey the emotional awareness of this iconic figure, Muehlen immersed herself in a specialized auditory ritual, listening to the music of the culture to feel what the subject feels while she painted. Rendered on high-quality canvas, this unique Work is an archival bridge designed for the intentional collector who values technical precision and the profound stories of the world’s people.
Details & Dimensions:
- Title: Afghan Girl
- Classification: Original Fine Art (Unique Work)
- Medium: Oil on Canvas
- Art Movement: Contemporary Classical Realism
- Art Style: Photorealistic Portraiture
- Theme: Global Heritage, Identity, Resilience, Human Spirit
- Orientation: Square
- Construction: Solid / Hand-Painted
- Finish: Luminous Glaze with Master-Level Depth
- Mounting Type: Wall-Mounted
- Dimensions: 24" x 24"
- Weight: 2 lbs
- Year Created: 2024
- Origin: Created in San Francisco, California, United States
- Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
- Signature: Signed by Artist
- Investment: $1,500.00
- Availability: Ready to Ship
- Final Acquisition*
Bring a soulful presence and a piece of the world into your home. Add the Afghan Girl original oil painting to your collection today at Mitsooz.
About the Artist.
The Mitsooz Commitment.
Studio-Direct Dispatch
Mitsooz facilitates an unmediated connection between the artist and the collector. Every work is dispatched directly from the artist’s studio or primary production workspace; fully insured from their door to yours.
Curated Provenance
The Collective is a strictly curated environment; every artist is vetted for technical mastery and narrative depth. Each work includes a physical, signed Certificate of Authenticity to ensure its origin and legacy.
Collector Reflection
We offer a 7-day reflection period for eligible works. Collectors may choose a 100% refund via the Mitsooz Collector Reserve or a cash refund minus a 25% restocking fee.
Note: Dimensional, commissioned, and bespoke works are considered final acquisitions.
