LIZADIEKEMA - m o n a d

At Night, 2024 - 800x800mm (sold)

M O N A D 2023

Turpentine based spray paint series on 6mm birch wood

exhibited at La Bru Rotterdam December 2023 - January 2024

The term "monad," derived from the Greek words for "unity" and "alone," is employed in certain cosmic philosophies to denote the fundamental and immaterial elementary particles that constitute the universe. Described as infinite, these Monads represent the most basic substances. The symbolic circle, embodying perfection, balance, and eternity, signifies unity, wholeness, and timelessness with neither a beginning nor an end. The gradient within the circle introduces a paradoxical element, maintaining perfect balance while challenging notions of time and place, solidity, and fluidity. Additionally, the circle serves as a representation of the Self, with the speaker expressing a personal struggle to replicate its unmistakable perfection repeatedly. Each attempt involves copying an image of an already copied image, reflecting the ongoing pursuit of self-improvement. All colours originate from nature and possess unique emotions or characteristics. It implies a connection between colours and the natural world, emphasising the distinct emotional qualities inherent in each colour.

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