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This original work «Eva» was created by contemporary Russian artist David Manakyan and is available for purchase online.
David Manakyan’s painting “Eva” is a profound symbolic piece that appeals to archetypal images embedded in the very foundation of human culture. The artist explores themes of temptation, knowledge, original sin, and the path to awareness, using a concise yet powerful visual language.
The central element of the painting, of course, is the apple – full and bright red, it hangs in the air, emitting rays of light. It is not just a fruit but a symbol of temptation, the forbidden fruit that brought humanity knowledge but also exile from paradise. Its bright red color speaks of passion, danger, but also of the vital force awakened through understanding.
In the background of the painting, we see a female figure lying in a relaxed pose. Her body, painted blue, contrasts with the surrounding barren landscape. Blue is often associated with spirituality and calm, but here it may also hint at coldness, a distance from earthly passions. The female figure possibly embodies Eve, standing on the threshold of choice, on the verge of making a decision that will change the course of history.
In front of the female figure, on cracked, parched earth, stands a small, dark red figure of Adam. Adam turns away from the approaching tragedy. This tiny human against the backdrop of the giant apple and the female figure emphasizes the fragility of man before the forces of nature and fate.
The desert-like, cracked earth symbolizes the state after the fall, the lost paradise, a world where knowledge brought suffering and trials. Drops of water spreading across the ground may represent both tears and hope for rebirth, for a new dawn.
David Manakyan’s “Eva” is not just an illustration of a biblical story but rather a philosophical reflection on human choice, the price of knowledge, and the inevitability of the path to awareness. The painting invites contemplation on how one decision can change everything and how even in temptation and fall there is room for growth and understanding.
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 painting «Eva» sized 75 x 110 cm online with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2020
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Surrealism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Linen canvas
Topic:
Spirituality
Size:
Large
Width:
110 cm
Height:
75 cm
Thickness:
2.5 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
David Manakyan was born on January 2, 1961, in the city of Maykop. He graduated from the art and graphic department of the Kh. Abovyan Pedagogical Ins ...
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