Tranquility before Arising for the Day 1971

Marjan Pogacnik's serene artwork presents a gentle landscape filled with circles of floral designs, simplified buildings, and soft light, all framed by a tranquil border. The overall arrangement suggests the moment of dawn, when nature awakens. Consider the symbolic weight of the rising sun, or the light itself. Across cultures, the sun is a symbol of rebirth, enlightenment, and the cyclical nature of time. The yellow floral designs become emblems of vitality and growth, echoing ancient fertility rites where flowers represented life's abundance and renewal. Note the subtle suggestion of architectural forms, abstracted to their simplest shapes, yet still evoking a sense of shelter. This motif of the 'first house' or 'temple' reappears throughout art history. Jung might suggest these symbols resonate with our collective unconscious, hinting at the archetypal desire for security and belonging. The artist captures not just a visual scene, but the dawn of a new beginning, engaging our subconscious with a sense of hope. Thus, we observe how symbols of nature and culture intertwine, each influencing the other across time and space.