Spring at Korana river 2012

Alfred Freddy Krupa painted "Spring at Korana River" using oil on canvas. Here, water acts as a mirror, a motif echoing Narcissus gazing at his reflection. The water’s surface is not just a boundary but a threshold to another world, stirring the depths of introspection. The mirror and reflection appears in art across many eras, from classical myths to surrealist explorations. Think of Jan van Eyck's Arnolfini Portrait, where a mirror reflects the entire scene, expanding our perception of reality. This motif, like a recurring dream, taps into our subconscious. Here, water reflects not only what is visible but also what is felt—an infinite space for contemplation. The canvas invites viewers to project their own emotional landscapes. The mirrored image suggests a duality, a hidden dimension. The emotional power of such visual metaphors draws on humanity’s collective memory. It reminds us that what we see is only a fraction of the whole.