Aspiration 1960

"Aspiration" is a painting by Hovhannes Zardaryan, created in 1960. The work depicts a woman kneeling on a hilltop, her arms raised in a gesture of longing, as a deer leaps beside her. Zardaryan's use of vibrant colors, particularly in the landscape and the figures' clothing, creates a sense of dreamlike, almost fantastical realism. The painting's composition, with its emphasis on the upward gaze of both figures, suggests a sense of yearning and aspiration for a higher purpose. Zardaryan's "Aspiration" exemplifies his masterful use of color and his exploration of themes of human connection to nature.