"Sardines in USA"
Over het werk
The artwork features an intriguing composition in which four lifelike fish appear to rest on a surface composed of newspaper pages. The headlines are suggestive, reflecting contemporary events, creating a juxtaposition between the ephemerality of news and the timelessness of nature. The fish, painted with striking precision, subtly capture the light, their scales bursting with silver and blue hues. The contrast between the smooth texture of the fish and the rough paper of the newspaper visually enriches the work. This combination of media highlights the relationship between everyday life and organic elements. An elegant artistic signature completes the work, giving it an undeniable authenticity. The work invites reflection on materiality and information in our society, while captivating with its refined aesthetic and deeply contextual message.
acrylic on newspaper mounted on cotton canvas