About Ritual of coexistence

This surreal painting captivates viewers with its unusual composition. It belongs to a series exploring staged table scenes. The artist arranges intricate symbolic elements throughout.

Waving grass dominates the background, creating a dynamic backdrop. At the center, a table is deliberately set. It serves as a unique dining environment for a deer and leopard.

The artist carefully curates every element in the landscape. Rhubarb, figs, and pomegranates adorn the table. These aren’t meant for human consumption. Instead, they form a feast for the deer and leopard. Two lifeless hares also rest on the table. They introduce a somber note while serving as a banquet for the leopard.

This table acts as neutral ground. Here, traditional predator-prey dynamics are suspended. By placing the leopard and deer together, the artist challenges natural hierarchies. This creates a surreal moment of coexistence.

Surrounding elements further emphasize the scene’s theatrical nature. Waving grass, a tree branch, and a vine contribute to this effect. Moreover, pink silage bales introduce modern, artificial elements. The leopard interacts with a plastic strip, blending natural and man-made worlds.

Ultimately, the painting invites contemplation. It prompts viewers to consider relationships, power dynamics, and artificial boundaries in nature. Each carefully selected object tells a story of unexpected connections and staged interactions.

85 cm x 110 cm

Created 2025.
Acrylic on canvas. leopard