(Article: DM-202523-660)
This original work «Horse and metropolis» was created by contemporary Russian artist David Manakyan and is available for purchase online.
The painting by David Manakyan “Horse and Metropolis” (Horses and Metropolis) represents a powerful visual dialogue between the world of nature, embodied by horses, and the realm of civilization – the metropolis. The artist skillfully weaves these seemingly opposite elements into a single, deeply meaningful composition.
At the center are three horses, their images rendered with particular expressiveness. Their bodies radiate strength, grace, and calm. The large, dominant horse head in the foreground seems to gaze at the viewer with a wise and slightly sad look, hinting at the ancient connection between humans and these majestic animals. The smaller horses, including a foal, create a sense of family and continuity, embodying natural harmony and succession.
The symbol of the city is represented by high-rise buildings arranged in a strict, geometric order. They contrast with the smooth, organic forms of the horses, emphasizing the artificiality and monumentality of the urban landscape. The metropolis streets, filled with moving cars, symbolize the bustling, relentless life of the city, its speed, and technological progress.
The sun, rising or setting on the horizon, colors the sky in bright, anxious or, conversely, calming tones. This sunset or sunrise can be interpreted as a symbol of change, a transition from one state to another, possibly as a moment when wild nature and urban civilization touch, exchanging their energies.
David Manakyan does not simply juxtapose nature and the city; he creates their symbiosis. The horses, despite the urban background, do not appear lost but rather majestic and confident. This may mean that even in the heart of the technological world there is a place for primal power, for nature that continues to live and influence us. The painting raises questions about the place of humans in the modern world, their connection with nature, and the balance between development and preservation of the natural. “Horse and Metropolis” is a reflection on how we can coexist with the world we have created and how important it is to remember our roots.
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 «Horse and metropolis» sized 80 x 60 cm online with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2022
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Surrealism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Linen canvas
Topic:
Horse
Size:
Medium
Width:
60 cm
Height:
80 cm
Thickness:
2 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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