Adolfo Arenas Alonso, Theotokoupolus.

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Giclée&Iris print on superalpha paper 250g.
Hand embellished by the author.

111 x 76 cm
43 3/4 x 29 7/8 in

In Adolfo Arenas Alonso's 'Theotokoupolus' (2014), the artist masterfully brings together layers of symbolism within a vintage environment. At the core of this hand-drawn composition, a person imitates the pose...

In Adolfo Arenas Alonso's "Theotokoupolus" (2014), the artist masterfully brings together layers of symbolism within a vintage environment. At the core of this hand-drawn composition, a person imitates the pose of the painting's subject, hinting at a profound narrative of identity and vulnerability concealed beneath a veneer of nobility. The act of copying the pose becomes a metaphor for the search for self amidst societal expectations and perceived grandeur.

The vintage environment adds a sense of timelessness and history, inviting viewers to delve into the complexities of human experience across eras. Notably, the torn and ripped wallpaper on the background wall hints at the fragility and imperfections that may lie beneath an outwardly dignified appearance. Alonso's skillful use of linework and attention to detail breathes life into the artwork, infusing it with emotion and depth. "Theotokoupolus" becomes a visual testament to the struggle to find authenticity in a world that often conceals vulnerability under a veneer of grandeur, sparking contemplation about the human condition and the quest for true self-discovery.

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Adolfo Arenas Alonso Spain, 1972

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