Reflective State

The artwork features a mannequin-like figure in a contemplative pose, reminiscent of Rodin’s The Thinker. The wooden figure has articulated joints and a painted muscular arm, with a landscape scene on its thigh depicting red earth, a blue sky, and sparse trees. The dark background isolates the figure, drawing attention to its introspective posture and the contrast between its wooden and lifelike elements. The blend of natural imagery on the figure’s body suggests themes of thought, identity, and the human connection to the environment. The artwork explores the juxtaposition of artificiality and nature, evoking a sense of searching or self-reflection.

Dimensions: 80cm (W) x 80cm (H)
Orientation: Square
Medium: Acrylic on stretched canvas
Style: Figurative
Year: 2021
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Framed: No
Ready to hang: Yes