Arahmaiani Indonesian, b. 1961
Devour The Earth, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
140 x 120 cm
'Devoured the Earth'' undertake the themes of environmental destruction and the human impact on our planet. The painting depicts a monstrous figure, characterized by exaggerated eyes and sharp teeth, consuming...
"Devoured the Earth"" undertake the themes of environmental destruction and the human impact on our planet. The painting depicts a monstrous figure, characterized by exaggerated eyes and sharp teeth, consuming the Earth. The globe, depicted in stark black and white, is held firmly in the creature's grasp, with its mouth poised to take a bite out of the planet. The background, speckled with dots, evokes the vastness of space, underscoring the isolation of the Earth in the universe and the monumental responsibility humanity holds in preserving it.
The piece serves as a metaphor for the perpetual exploitation and consumption of natural resources, highlighting the critical need for environmental consciousness. Arahmaiani's bold and direct approach compels viewers to confront the consequences of unchecked greed and environmental neglect, urging a collective reflection on the future of our planet.
The piece serves as a metaphor for the perpetual exploitation and consumption of natural resources, highlighting the critical need for environmental consciousness. Arahmaiani's bold and direct approach compels viewers to confront the consequences of unchecked greed and environmental neglect, urging a collective reflection on the future of our planet.
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