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John rush
Gaia, The Primordial Goddess of the Earth, Original Oil on Canvas, Framed

2022

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In Greek mythology, Gaia is the primordial goddess of the Earth, the mother of all, and a powerful force who shaped the cosmos and intervened in the affairs of gods and mortals alike. Gaia emerged from Chaos, the void before time, and is considered the first deity and the mother of all life. Here, artist John Rush portrays her kneeling with one arm raised as if to praise all who look upon her. His soft palette and textured surface add to the romantic nature of the work. The piece is framed in a simple black wooden frame measuring 17.25h x 25.25w x 2.25d inches. John Rush Gaia oil on canvas 16h x 24w in 40.64h x 60.96w cm JRS004 Born 1948 in the U.S. - Traveled widely in Europe - Worked, first as an industrial designer and now as an painter, illustrator and printmaker. A strong interest in history, mythology and the human figure in action has led to mural and illustration commissions from such clients as National Geographic, the U.S. National Parks Service and The History Channel John’s work has received awards from the Society of Illustrators, Graphis, Spectrum Illustration, Society of Publication Designers and The London Design Awards. His paintings and illustrations are included in many private and institutional collections, including the U.S. Department of the Interior, British Petroleum, U.S. Steel, Wells Fargo and the French National Government
  • Creator:
    John rush (1948, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2022
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JRS0041stDibs: LU554315961132

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