Eastern Gate 2 captures the sensation of spiritual threshold. Light fractures across the canvas—rising, breaking, flooding. A sinuous river cuts through the forest, dividing shadow from brilliance. The composition pulls forward, as if ushering the viewer through a passage of time, memory, or promise.
Anne Reid Artist uses a colorist approach grounded in abstract expressionism, allowing emotion and energy to lead the brush. The palette transitions from saturated crimson to icy blue to glowing gold—marking stages of revelation, from sorrow to clarity to hope. This is not a static image but a movement in paint—a spiritual geography echoing Ezekiel’s vision of the Eastern Gate, where glory re-enters.
Part of The Israel Collection, Eastern Gate 2 belongs to a wider visual conversation about covenant, promise, and return. Its mood resonates with Pearl Gate 2 and the themes of “What Is Prophetic Art?” as outlined in Anne’s foundational blog post. The painting does not dictate a message—it offers a space to perceive.
Interior designers and collectors will find the piece equally at home in serene, minimalist spaces or in bold, contemporary rooms. It adapts—because it moves.
Design Tips:
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Ideal with soft neutrals like Balboa Mist (Benjamin Moore OC-27) or clean whites like Chantilly Lace (Benjamin Moore OC-65).
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Pairs well with brushed brass, deep indigo textiles, or walnut accents.
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Place in a hallway, above a piano, or across from morning light for daily reflection.