Spinning Man I 1965

Editor: We're looking at Dame Elisabeth Frink’s lithograph, *Spinning Man I*. It feels chaotic, almost violent, with these swirling lines and the figure contorted. What do you see in this piece? Curator: The image evokes primal fears and energies. The 'spinning man' is a recurring motif, perhaps alluding to the myth of Icarus, or even a descent into madness. Editor: Madness? Curator: Yes, consider the cyclical nature of the pose, the enclosed space, the red ink which reads as blood. These visual cues signify psychological turmoil, perhaps a reflection on the human condition, particularly vulnerability. Editor: I hadn't thought about it that way, seeing the image as a kind of cultural warning. Curator: Indeed, Frink used symbols to explore dark, complex emotions, still relevant today.