Pat Chaffey Art
Silver Leaves Among the Gold
Silver Leaves Among the Gold
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One of a Kind, hand-painted original
This is a unique art piece with no duplications—each brushstroke is an authentic, unrepeatable moment.
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A One-Off Original Painting of Light and Solitude
"Silver Leaves Among the Gold" is a highly atmospheric and evocative original painting that captures the unique beauty of the Australian bush. Pat Chaffey explores the passage of light and time, presenting a scene steeped in quiet history and delicate colour contrasts.
The painting's focus is on the interplay of light filtering through a thicket of trees. The slender, pale trunks and bare branches of the foreground shimmer with a silvery hue, while shafts of brilliant sunlight transform patches of foliage into dazzling gold. This technical brilliance showcases Chaffey’s mastery of an expressive, fluid medium, using washes and expressive splatters to convey movement and the crisp bush air.
Nestled behind the trees is an authentic Australian relic—an aged, corrugated-iron shack. Its weathered appearance adds a layer of solitary human history to the dynamic natural scene. This award-winning piece is a profound study of contrasts: the cool tones of the sky and bark against the warmth of the sun, and the vibrant life of the bush set against the silent endurance of a past dwelling.
As a truly one-off original, this painting from Pat Chaffey’s celebrated portfolio is a deeply emotive acquisition that captures the subtle magic of the Australian landscape.
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Every painting featured is a one-off original, crafted solely by Pat Chaffey. Your investment comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity signed personally by the artist.
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A Collectable Legacy
Pat Chaffey is an established award-winning artist whose work has been exhibited and sold at auction. Owning one of her pieces means acquiring a highly individual and valued part of her artistic legacy.
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Shipping Australia-Wide
Each piece is carefully packed for transit from Tamworth, NSW, and sent via Australia Post with tracking. We ship Australia-wide, with additional insurance options available for peace of mind.
Pat Chaffey
Pat Chaffey is an established award-winning Australian artist based in Tamworth, New South Wales, renowned for her expressive and textural landscape paintings. Primarily working in pastel and mixed media, Pat captures the unique spirit and dramatic light of the Australian interior, focusing on the vivid colours of the red earth and the cool presence of the eucalypt. Her evocative one-off original pieces are highly sought after, reflecting her significant contribution to the Australian art market with her work having been exhibited and sold at auction.