Fool On The Hill 2015

michaelcheval

abstract painting

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

animal portrait

naive art

animal drawing portrait

facial portrait

surrealism

portrait art

fine art portrait

"Fool On The Hill" is a 2015 painting by Michael Cheval, a contemporary artist known for his whimsical, narrative-driven style. The piece depicts a jester, seemingly a puppet, being manipulated by three figures peering out of windows. The jester plays a lute, a symbol of music and joy, yet his strings suggest a lack of control. This complex allegorical work may explore themes of societal manipulation, the power of art, or the fragility of individual freedom, inviting viewers to interpret the visual narrative.