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This original work "Anonymous" was created by the contemporary Austrian artist Walerij Baranow.
The painting by Walerij Baranow, "Anonymous," is a deeply symbolic piece executed in mixed media (wood/oil, gold leaf, plaster) that touches on themes of power, money, anonymity, and possibly digital reality. The artist creates a multilayered canvas where each element carries a specific meaning, prompting the viewer to reflect.
The upper part of the painting draws attention with an unusual mask made using gold leaf. Its golden nose and shiny surface create a sense of something luxurious yet otherworldly. Against a black background scattered with green numbers resembling digital code, a distorted, dark face emerges. It seems doomed to eternal existence in a virtual world where reality dissolves into streams of information. This is the very "Anonymous," whose faceless presence is both mesmerizing and frightening.
The central place in the composition is occupied by two one-dollar bills. Their image, familiar to everyone, becomes a symbol of the global economy, power, and influence. One bill features a portrait of George Washington, and the other shows the famous pyramid with an eye symbol, known for its association with secret societies and esotericism. The phrase "In God We Trust" inscribed on the bill takes on a special irony in this context, raising questions about whom or what we truly believe in.
The combination of gold leaf, plaster, and oil gives the work volume and texture. Walerij Baranow skillfully plays with materials, creating contrasts between shiny, smooth surfaces and rougher, textured ones. "Anonymous" is a piece that makes one ponder the nature of power, how money shapes our world, and what lies behind appearances. It invites critical reflection on the symbols surrounding us and the search for answers to complex questions about modern society.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a wonderful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the painting "Anonymous" online, sized 90 x 70 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2026
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Art object
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Wood
Topic:
Philosophical motive
Size:
Large
Width:
70 cm
Height:
90 cm
Framing:
Ships From: Austria
Delivery Cost: Shipping is not included in the price of the artwork
The shipping cost will be calculated at checkout. It depends on the size of the artwork and the delivery region, and typically ranges from €50 to €300.
Delivery Time: Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-20 business days for international shipments
Returns: 14-day return policy
The artist Walerij Baranow is a figure with a rich biography, which has had a strong influence on his work and is reflected in his canvases. He was bo ...
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