Small Contemporary Painting By Karibou - A jamais vivants (Forever Alive) - 15¼" x 18½"

A jamais vivants [Forever Alive] is an oil on canvas worked in tender, lightly raised strokes that give the surface a subtle, tactile presence. In a clearing of pale moss, sage, and sun-touched greens, a fluffy white dog faces a resting doe rendered in warm sienna and russet browns, their quiet exchange forming the heart of the scene. The background melts into blue-gray and muted lavender, creating a gentle, hazy distance that frames the pair in calm focus. The animals sit low and central within feathery grasses built up through stippled, lightly raised strokes, making the foreground feel softly alive. Set within a simple natural-wood tray frame, the painting gains an added note of warmth and ease, echoing the quiet simplicity of the moment it captures.

The mood is tender and contemplative, a small encounter held in a hush of green light. There is a storybook charm to the moment, as if the artist invites the viewer into a quiet tale of gentle companionship where time slows and attention softens. The subdued palette and blurred distance lend the scene a dreamlike calm, while the close exchange between dog and deer suggests trust, kinship, and the quiet resilience of nature.

This gentle, storybook-like scene would appeal to nature lovers, animal lovers, and anyone drawn to art that brings quiet wonder into a room. Its soft greens and tender exchange between dog and deer make it a lovely choice for a reading nook, bedroom, or a child’s space where peaceful imagery is especially welcome.

Light wear.
Approx. overall incl. frame 15¼" high x 18½" wide x 1½" thick
Approx. overall incl. frame 39cm high x 47cm wide x 4cm thick