Johnny Morant, The Boar Hunt, 2023

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Oil on canvas

120 x 120 cm
47 1/4 x 47 1/4 in

In 'The Boar Hunt' by Johnny Morant, we witness a captivating dialogue between classical art and the digital age. This contemporary reinterpretation pays homage to Peter Paul Rubens' renowned masterpiece,...

In "The Boar Hunt" by Johnny Morant, we witness a captivating dialogue between classical art and the digital age. This contemporary reinterpretation pays homage to Peter Paul Rubens' renowned masterpiece, 'The Calydonian Boar Hunt,' while introducing a provocative twist. Certain areas of the painting are pixelated, seamlessly blending elements of traditional oil on canvas with the digital realm. However, the pixelation isn't merely an aesthetic choice; it serves as a poignant commentary on the censorship of graphic scenes from the original painting.

As viewers, we are drawn into a compelling narrative that raises profound questions about the evolving role of art in the modern world. Morant's pixelation juxtaposed with the timeless theme of the hunt becomes a metaphorical exploration of how we filter and censor our visual experiences in the digital age. "The Boar Hunt" challenges us to reflect on the intersection of tradition, technology, and the power of art to both provoke and question the boundaries of our contemporary sensibilities.

Johnny Morant United Kingdom, 1982

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Johnny Morant United Kingdom, 1982

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