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"Beginning" (2021) Painting by Alex Chernigin
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Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Painting,
Oil
on Linen Canvas
- Dimensions Height 39.4in, Width 59.1in
- Artwork's condition The artwork is in perfect condition
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- Categories Paintings under $20,000 Surrealism Nude
Intrigued, I learned that Tlazolteotl is one of the most important Mesoamerican mother goddesses associated with the earth, fertility, sexual pleasure and fertility. Tlasolteotl embodied in the Aztec beliefs the idea of human sins, especially sexual ones, and at the same time, repentance.
It is believed that the image of Tlazolteotl came from an even more ancient goddess who personified everything that exists: heaven and earth, life and death, day and night. For the ancient peoples of Central America, she was the supreme deity.
And another image of the goddess is Tlaelkuani, which can be translated as “sin eater”. Interestingly, the deity could only be addressed once in a lifetime. The Indians confessed to her and asked her to absorb their sins before her death, thereby purifying her soul. She was also invoked at the birth of a child to cleanse him of the misdeeds of his parents.
Thus, Tlazolteotl is not just a demon that seduces people, pushing them onto a sinful path. Rather, it is the goddess of fertility, femininity and purification.
Starting from the image of the Mexican goddess, I tried to keep the initial impression that the sculpture of the ancient master left in me - the absence of any shame and embarrassment, primitive simplicity and truthfulness. However, I was more interested in birth itself, and not in a primitive physiological sense, but in a larger, philosophical, universal sense.
The autumn forest is a symbol of Eternity, for which Time is vanity and limitation, imposed by the transience and cyclical nature of life. The flying leaves a second ago were filled with vital juices that rose from the earth along mighty trunks. But their flight is short. Spinning, the leaves will fall to the ground, cover it with a yellow shroud, but tomorrow they will dry up and disintegrate into dust, completing the circle of life.
Something dies, something is born again. This is the simple and incomprehensible mystery of life. Therefore, compositionally, I turned the image over, the woman came to the fore, and the little man coming into this world became the main character. The space around it vibrates, disintegrates into atoms and reassembles, creating an architectural frame of something new, unknown to us.
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Alexey Chernigin is a contemporary Russian artist. His artistic education began with a focus on painting and graphic design at the Nizhny Novgorod Art College, establishing the foundation for his creative endeavors. Subsequently, Chernigin further honed his skills by earning a degree in Industrial Design from Nizhny Novgorod State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.
Since 1998, Chernigin has held membership in the prestigious Union of Artists of Russia, a testament to his recognition within the artistic community. Beyond his prolific artistic career, he extends his knowledge and expertise to the next generation as a dedicated teacher at the Humanitarian Art Institute, situated at the Nizhny Novgorod State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. Within the Department of Interior Design, he imparts his insights, contributing to the development of budding talents.
Chernigin's artistic pursuits encompass a spectrum of mediums, including painting, graphics, and interior design. His works are marked by a captivating exploration of human motion, creating dazzling and emotive images that resonate with viewers. Embracing the inherent contradiction within his paintings, Chernigin captures the essence of movement, infusing his art with a dynamic energy that engages and captivates the observer.
A regular participant in personal, regional, Russian, and international exhibitions, Chernigin's impact extends beyond local boundaries. His artworks have found homes in private and gallery collections both in Russia and abroad, underlining the universal appeal and recognition of his creative vision.
- Nationality: RUSSIA
- Date of birth : 1975
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
- Groups: Professional Artist Russian Contemporary Artists