Untitled 

This "Untitled" artwork was created by Tiberiy Szilvashi, born in Ukraine in 1947. Szilvashi emerged from a cultural context deeply influenced by the Soviet Union and its subsequent dissolution, leaving a mark on his artistic identity. Looking at the canvas, a dark field is interrupted by hints of color. Szilvashi challenges the conventional idea of what painting can be. What does it mean to create art in a world steeped in political and social upheaval? How does an artist's identity get forged under such circumstances? Szilvashi once said he aims to create a space for contemplation, rather than a depiction of reality. Ultimately, Szilvashi’s paintings are a mirror reflecting the complex relationship between personal identity and cultural history. They invite us to confront the emotional and personal dimensions inherent in navigating a world shaped by broader societal forces.