Toliko o tome 2010

Dragan Ilić Di Vogo painted this enigmatic composition, ‘Toliko o tome’. The cool, classical figure looming large evokes ancient statuary, crowned with a celestial diadem. On either side of the goddess, children emerge, perhaps alluding to the cycle of life, a theme echoed in the symbols flanking the bearded column, a recurring motif in Slavic cultures that represents the sun. One can trace this symbol across millennia, from early Bronze Age artifacts to its appearance in various forms in religious iconography, a testament to its enduring appeal as a representation of life’s cyclical nature. The bearded figure, reminiscent of ancient deities or wise elders, exudes a profound sense of history. These forms and figures connect us through art to the long and winding path of cultural memory. The emotional power of symbols lies in their ability to resonate with the human psyche. The symbols continue to be reinterpreted, reflecting our ever-evolving understanding of ourselves and the world.