Kingdom of the Absurd by Jonathan Swift 1978

"Kingdom of the Absurd" is a 1978 circular etching by Ukrainian artist Oleksandr Aksinin. The work features a dense, intricate composition of geometric shapes and patterns, giving the impression of a surreal, dreamlike world. The artwork utilizes a dark, monochromatic color palette, and the use of stippling and hatching create a sense of depth and texture. Aksinin, a prominent artist of the Soviet era, is known for his exploration of the absurd and his interest in the philosophical and psychological aspects of human experience.