Description

Hidden Beauty – 24×36 by Chris DeRubeis

List Price: $9,800.00
Medium: Mixed Media on Aluminum
Size: 24″ x 36″
Artist: Chris DeRubeis
Category: Contemporary Metal Art / Surreal Portraiture

Description

Step into a realm where metamorphosis meets mystery. “Hidden Beauty” by renowned metal artist Chris DeRubeis is a bold visual symphony, a masterwork that fuses fine art, surrealism, and hyper-realistic allure.

The focal point of the piece is a strikingly rendered female figure whose identity is partially veiled by a breathtaking, oversized butterfly—its wings splayed like a living mask. The butterfly’s luminous sapphire blues, shimmering aquas, and embers of orange and crimson shimmer across the surface, rendered in DeRubeis’s signature metal fusion technique, which gives the artwork a glowing, dimensional quality under light.

Her lips—painted in radiant gold—hint at opulence and silence. Her long, flowing hair cascades in rich bronzes and chestnuts, barely distinguishable from the dark, moody background that lets the butterfly’s vibrancy erupt forward. The subject’s expression is both powerful and elusive—a hidden story waiting to be uncovered.

This is more than a portrait—it’s a meditation on transformation, mystery, and feminine power.

Highlights

• Original Artwork by Chris DeRubeis, pioneer of the Abstract Sensualism movement
• Painted on hand-ground aluminum, allowing light to interact directly with the surface—creating a metallic, almost holographic glow
• Size: 24 inches x 36 inches — perfect for gallery walls, luxury interiors, or private collections
• One-of-a-Kind: Signed by the artist (visible on bottom right), ensuring authenticity and collector value
• Stunning Detail: Each wing and brushstroke reveals layers of movement, mystery, and meticulous craftsmanship
• Versatile Display: Works beautifully under gallery or directional lighting to bring out the dimensional textures

About the Artist

Chris DeRubeis is internationally celebrated for his innovative approach to metal art. Often described as the “Father of the Modern Movement, and creator of Abstract Sensualism®,” DeRubeis transforms cold steel into ethereal, vibrant canvases that pulse with emotion and energy. His work blurs the lines between fantasy and fine art, and “Hidden Beauty” is a defining example of his vision and virtuosity.

Pricing and Availability

List Price: $9,800.00
Availability: Limited – Only 1 Original Available

Aquire a piece that will mesmerize, mystify, and hold its value as a timeless fusion of beauty and power.