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Natasha Lelenco
Contemporary Abstract Male Profile Portrait on Coin. French. "Currency #235"

2024

$234.49
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About the Item

The inscription surrounding the profile reads in French: "Pays qui n'existe plus que dans un souvenir", which translates to "A country that only exists in a memory." The erasure of the facial features symbolizes the fading connection to one’s homeland, evoking themes of loss, memory, and disconnection often experienced in the migrant journey. In "Currency #235", Natasha Lelenco presents a surreal portrait of a figure set against a muted purple backdrop, with the profile face partially obscured by abstract, almost erased blue brushstrokes. The piece is painted on a circular wooden panel, 26 cm in diameter, with the vibrant blue and red elements adding a striking contrast to the subdued background. The random value of 170 euros painted on the piece continues the artist’s reflection on the arbitrary nature of value assigned to lives based on origin or class, exploring the imbalance in the human experience. As an interesting curiosity, the artist offers her collectors the possibility to exchange the equivalent value of the percentage that would have been due to the artist from the sale of these coins for future works of her own creation. Therefore, beyond acquiring a wonderful piece of art, they acquire the opportunity to visit the artist's studio and consider the purchase of another work using this as a form of payment. These works from the Currencies series are designed to function both individually or as part of larger compositions, offering the possibility for collectors to create installations as expansive as desired. The artist accepts commissions, tailoring panels to the size and style requirements of the available space. For those interested in acquiring multiple panels or commissioning custom works, please do not hesitate to get in touch for further information. Keywords: surrealist portrait, French inscription, migrant identity, loss of homeland, memory, Natasha Lelenco, Currencies series, purple background, abstract face, value, acrylic on wood, 170 euros, circular panel.
  • Creator:
    Natasha Lelenco (1982, Spanish, Moldovan)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Diameter: 10.24 in (26 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    FISTERRA, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2626215193602

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