News, 2021
Painting : acrylic, marker · 130 x 150 x 2.8 cm 51.2 x 59.1 x 1.1 inch · Ready to hang
$5,819
5 819 $US
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Painting : Unique artwork
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Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed, ready to hang
with stretcher frame
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130 x 150 x 2.8 cm 51.2 x 59.1 x 1.1 inch Height x Width x Depth
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This visually striking artwork juxtaposes bold text with intense imagery, creating a compelling narrative on existential themes. Dominated by a vivid yellow background, it features two stark, monochromatic figures. The central, wide-eyed face, rendered in black and white, appears to be shouting, evoking a sense of urgency and alarm. To the right, another figure mirrors this expression, reinforcing the emotional intensity. Text elements serve as thought-provoking focal points: "God is Dead" is prominently displayed in vertical white lettering, challenging traditional beliefs. Alongside, phrases like "Did U hear the news" and "Existence of Man" heighten the philosophical inquiry. The use of graffiti-like font across a brick wall motif underscores a gritty, urban atmosphere, emphasizing rebellion and reflection. This artwork demands engagement, provoking viewers to question and contemplate the nature of belief and existence.
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Gega Paksashvili is a Georgian artist born in 1963 who lives and works in Tbilisi, Georgia. At the early stage of the development of humanity, yellow color was considered as a symbol of the sun. However, after the ethnic and religious segregation and development of civilizations, this color has acquired various meanings and implications in different cultures. In some places it is perceived as a symbol of happiness, while in other cultures yellow is associated with grief and mourning. Yet, in any case, due to its intensity and vibrancy, yellow immediately attracts the attention of the viewer. After the 20th century in our largely consumer and ad-driven society, yellow is often used with a warning function. The alerting nature of the particular color is an inspiration, which is behind this series of works united under the common name “Yellow". The same idea determined the overall aesthetics of the works, which mingles street art and poster style in easel paintings.
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