Mirage of Freedom
This abstract composition weaves a narrative of resilience and aspiration amidst confinement. Dominating the foreground is a sumptuous red velvet cloth, its rich hue echoing the passion and bloodshed inherent in the struggle for liberation. Scattered upon this fabric are diamonds, symbols of enduring strength and the invaluable nature of freedom, forged under the pressures of adversity.
A wooden wall barricade stands prominently yet broken, signifying the relentless effort to break free from the shackles of oppression. Beyond this barrier lies a serene verdant landscape, a visual metaphor for the peace and prosperity that await beyond the turmoil—a tranquil haven that remains tantalizingly within reach yet separated by the challenges of the present.
Connecting the barricade and the viewer is a thin sheet of glass, a delicate illusion symbolizing the fragile nature of the barriers that divide. This glass, while seemingly formidable, is transient and susceptible to the forces of truth and unity, emphasizing that the obstacles faced, though daunting, are not insurmountable.
This painting is a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggles for freedom, the fragility of oppressive structures, and the enduring human spirit that aspires to break through to a world of peace and dignity.
- Artist: Mizan
- Year: 1986
- Category: Abstract
- Tags: Oil, drift,final
- Size: W:24 × H:36 inch