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About this work

This painting shows a dreamlike scene split into two parts. On the left, a tall figure with a smooth, pale face and a spotted, animal-like body stands in tall grass. It holds what looks like a giant, curled-up snake or rope. The right side shows a desert with palm trees and strange, floating orbs—some shiny, some dark. The colors are mostly soft pinks and golds, but there are also bold black shapes and bright red accents. The figure’s face has big, empty eyes and a small mouth, giving it a quiet, almost mysterious feel. The materials used—like mica flakes and cut-out paper—make the scene look both real and made-up at the same time. If you like this mix of wild and strange, check out Wangechi Mutu.