(Article: IB-202516-507)
This original work «Golden calf» was created by contemporary Russian artist Irina Belopukhova and is available for purchase online.
«Golden Calf» by Irina Belopukhova is not just an illustration of a biblical story, but rather a modern interpretation of the timeless theme of temptation, the power of money, and the harmful consequences of idolatry. The artist creates a grotesque image that intertwines elements of religious symbolism and social criticism.
At the center of the composition is a massive figure of the golden calf, towering over a crowd of people. Its shine and grandeur contrast with the poverty and misery of the surrounding people, emphasizing the imbalance and inequality in society. The golden calf symbolizes wealth, power, and material values that have become more important to people than spiritual ones.
The people surrounding the golden calf express various emotions: admiration, greed, envy, fear. Their poses and facial expressions, as if frozen in worship, show how deeply they are blinded by the shine of gold and willing to do anything to achieve wealth.
The background of the painting is blurred and unsettling, rendered in muted tones of gray, brown, and yellow. This creates a sense of chaos and instability, highlighting the moral decline of a society that worships the golden calf.
“Golden Calf” is not just a biblical story but a metaphor that remains relevant today. The painting invites reflection on the value of true faith, the importance of spiritual guidance, and the fact that material wealth cannot bring happiness and fulfillment.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a beautiful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the «Golden calf» painting online, sized 96 x 125 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Spiritual Art
Technic:
Acrylic
Support or surface:
Linen canvas
Topic:
Mythology
Size:
Large
Width:
125 cm
Height:
96 cm
Thickness:
3 cm
Framing:
Not (or not applicable)
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
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