The picture shows a seated woman in an impressive metamorphosis between human and metal. Her face remains hidden behind a thick curtain of long hair. The surface of her body shows flowing transitions: soft, human skin tones merge into shiny, metallic areas that look like a living process.
The transformation seems unfinished, which lends the work a restless, dynamic tension. The dark red tones of the painting pulsate like an inner light and mix with earthy brown tones, creating a mysterious and archaic atmosphere.
The background is diffuse and dark, focussing entirely on the central figure. The scene radiates mysticism and symbolism, with the fusion of man and machine as well as the emotional fragility of the bent posture mesmerising the viewer. The transformation of the woman remains an ambiguous metaphor - between liberation and captivity, between life and matter.
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My artistic works reflect my mental state and run through a variety of styles, ranging from humorous, surrealistic elements to detailed, narrative picture stories. I consciously refuse to commit myself to a single style - for me, art is a..
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