"Insatiable"
Prints: Limited edition of 50
About The Artwork:
"Insatiable" is a captivating black and white illustration that fuses ancient symbols with modern metaphors to create a surreal and thought-provoking piece of art. At its core is the ouroboros—a snake consuming its own tail, an ancient symbol of eternity, self-renewal, and the cyclical nature of existence. In various cultures, from ancient Egypt to Norse mythology, the ouroboros represents the idea that life, death, and rebirth are intertwined, always in a state of becoming.
Snakes, often seen as both dangerous and divine, symbolize transformation and duality. Across cultures, from the serpents in Greek mythology to those in Indigenous lore, they represent wisdom, renewal, and the shedding of old identities. In "Insatiable," the snake's self-consuming form mirrors the ongoing process of growth, where one continually lets go of outdated versions of themselves.
The bicycle wheel adds a layer of movement and journeying, a metaphor for life's cycles and the forward momentum of existence. Wheels have long been associated with fate, from the spinning wheel of fortune in medieval Europe to the Dharma wheel in Buddhism, symbolizing life's continuous turning. Here, the bicycle wheel suggests that life’s path is not linear but a circular, ever-moving process.
In the center, the jumbled numbers of the clock suggest the fluidity of time. Clocks, traditionally a symbol of order and structure, lose their rigid meaning in this surreal context, hinting at the distortion of time in memory, dreams, or personal growth. This fragmentation evokes time's fleeting, often chaotic nature and how it can seem to slip through our grasp.
Together, these elements weave a narrative of self-consumption and transformation. "Insatiable" can be interpreted as a journey toward integrating all aspects of the self, where consuming past versions of yourself leads to a more complete, authentic being. The union of the ouroboros and the clock suggests that personal growth isn’t constrained by time, and the wheel’s circular motion reinforces the idea that this process is continuous and ever-evolving.
This surreal black and white art piece is ideal for anyone fascinated by symbolism, transformation, and the cyclical nature of life. Whether you're drawn to the concept of eternal renewal or the mysteries of time, "Insatiable" invites you to reflect on your own journey of becoming.
"The snake which cannot cast its skin has to die. As well, the minds which are prevented from changing their opinions; they cease to be mind." — Friedrich Nietzsche
Illustration Size:
5 x 7 inches (portrait)
7 x 5 inches (landscape)
Mat Board Size:
- Original Artwork: Mat board will fit an 11 x 14 inch frame.
- Limited Edition Print: Mat board will fit an 8 x 10 inch frame.
- Both limited edition prints & original artwork are protected by a double layered, high quality, acid-free Crescent® brand mat board (4-ply, approximately .050 inch thick, with a beveled cut window opening). The mat board has a white top layer with a visible black layer underneath. For added protection artwork gets shipped with a standard white backing board, enclosed in a clear protective bag. Frame shown in product images not included.
Medium:
- Original Artwork: Pigment archival ink on cold press acid free 300gsm paper.
- Limited Edition Print: Superior quality digital print on 100% fine art cotton, acid free paper.
Authenticity:
- Original Artwork: Signed, dated & certificate of authenticity included.
- Limited Edition Print: Signed, dated, edition number & certificate of authenticity included.
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