Echoes-of-the-Unconscious
Abstraction
Echoes of the Unconscious
Eirini Petratou
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Year: 2024
Technique: Oil on canvas
55
46
cm
The viewer is invited to journey through this painting, where abstract forms, textures, and contrasts come together to explore the complexities of the mind. The large circular structure on the left symbolizes unity, infinity, and the life cycle, with its fragmented layers reflecting the depth and intricacies of consciousness. The interplay of dark tones and bright highlights in gold, purple, blue, and white creates a dynamic tension between the known and the unknown, representing the balance between light and shadow within the psyche. The fragmented patterns suggest a mind piecing together memories and emotions, while the repetition and symmetry offer an attempt at stability amidst chaos. Eye-like forms symbolize self-awareness, urging introspection. Through these elements, the painting reflects the journey of self-discovery, the search for meaning, and the quest for coherence within a complex inner world.
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