A composite mannequin for the historical tapestry (gobelin) of the Bartholomeus Gasthuis in Utrecht. The serpent in paradise seducing Eve, in a contemporary variation of the creation story.
The Fall of Man is depicted in a very idiosyncratic way in this digital painting by smartphone artist Ruben van Gogh. Eve in the capacity of a mannequin composed of several specimens. Paradise is taken from the tapestry that is only known to some extent in Utrecht, and the snake is a grass snake that my daughter once caught.
Together forever in this Old Testament scene, religion -- but post modern and surreal.
With each sale I change the work slightly, so you always have a unique and contemporary biblical artwork in your home.
Although working as a lyrical chronicler, sometimes I see things that are not there; I photograph and edit them.
Recurring elements are: carved mannequins (humanoids) and anonymous 19th century paintings. Working from 100cm I come to sign (Nl only)...
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