"The Key" a new abstract modern black and white painting by ES Melfi. This contemporary piece features an emphatic symbol for a key representing an entry or new beginnings. The painting is created with acrylic paint, applied heavily to the textured paper. The black paper is varnished and sanded to create a textural surface. Pencil lines have also been added to the stark black background and the initials ESM, for the artist, appear in the bottom right. The vintage gold frame is a beautiful contrast to the modern painting. The surface is left uncovered by glass to see the subtle pencil markings and depth of white paint. It has been treated with varnish to preserve the surface. This piece would look stunning in any modern or traditional interior.