The Creation 1973

David Chethlahe Paladin created "The Creation," using simplified forms and a vibrant color palette. The composition is divided into distinct registers that evoke a sense of compartmentalized narrative. The shapes are outlined in a way that suggests an iconic or symbolic rendering, reminiscent of indigenous art. The grainy texture, visible throughout the canvas, infuses the work with a tactile quality, grounding the symbolic elements in a tangible reality. Paladin structures the artwork through a careful arrangement of circles and squares, each containing different aspects of creation. This division introduces a structuralist element, suggesting a world composed of distinct yet interconnected parts. The interplay between representation and abstraction challenges conventional notions of perspective and depth. Instead of creating a naturalistic depiction, Paladin offers a symbolic interpretation of creation. This subverts traditional hierarchies and presents an alternative system of understanding.