What are the exact dimensions of The Weight of a Flame?

The Weight of a Flame measures 4.3 × 5.5 in (11 × 14 cm), width by height.

Which wall does this artwork suit?

At 11 cm wide, it is an intimate format. It fits an entrance, a hallway, a narrow wall or a group hang.

How was this artwork made?

The Weight of a Flame is a work in acrylic on canvas. Robert Deschênes made it in 2026.

Is it a unique piece with a certificate of authenticity?

Yes. The Weight of a Flame is a unique work: only one exists. It comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Who is Robert Deschênes?

Robert Deschênes is the artist behind The Weight of a Flame. Their page tells their story and shows their other available works.

Are the on-screen colours true to the artwork?

Colours can vary from one screen to another. Ask us for more photos if you need them.

How is it packed and shipped?

Shipping is free and fully insured. The artwork is packed at minimum in bubble wrap inside a rigid box. Allow 7 to 15 working days, anywhere in the world.

Can I order a custom piece in the same spirit?

Yes. You can order from Robert Deschênes a piece inspired by The Weight of a Flame. You receive a quote within 24 to 48 hours.

Original work

The Weight of a Flame (2026)

Name: "Le poids d'une flamme"
Brand: L'Original
SKU: 100687
Price: 417.5 CAD
Availability: InStock
Author: Robert Deschênes

by Robert Deschênes

Original work, acrylic on canvas, 4.3 × 5.5 in (11 × 14 cm), 2026.

Unique work, with a Certificate of Authenticity

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Description

"The Weight of a Flame" is a 14x11 inch acrylic on canvas featuring a dynamic swirl of warm hues—reds, yellows, and blacks—suggesting the vibrant energy of a flame. The gestural brushstrokes and thick textures convey movement and depth, set against a stark, light background. This composition balances intensity and lightness, reflecting Robert Deschênes' expressionist approach to capturing atmospheric and emotional states through abstract forms.

Details

4.33 × 5.51 × 0.79 in | 11 × 14 × 2 cm · Acrylic · canvas

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The Weight of a Flame by Robert Deschênes shown to scale in a room

Scale preview · 11 × 14 cm

Shown at its real size, next to a 2.1 m sofa.

The Weight of a Flame at a glance

Artist: Robert Deschênes
Original title: "Le poids d'une flamme"
Type: Original work
Medium: Acrylic
Support: Canvas
Size: 4.3 × 5.5 in (11 × 14 cm)
Year: 2026
Availability: Available
Price: CA$418
Shipping: Free shipping, delivered in 7 to 15 business days
Returns: Original works are not returned or exchanged, except if damaged in transit
Certificate: Certificate of authenticity included