Sunset 1978

Alexander Bogen created this painting, titled "Sunset," using oil. The painting is dominated by the image of the sun, a radiant orb, sinking below the horizon line. Across cultures, the setting sun is laden with meaning, symbolizing endings, reflection, and the cyclical nature of life. Consider how the Egyptians revered the sun god Ra, whose daily journey across the sky mirrored the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. In Bogen’s work, we see how this motif resurfaces, echoing similar themes of mortality and renewal. The sun's descent carries an emotional weight, evoking feelings of melancholy and contemplation. It invites us to reflect on our own lives, the passage of time, and the inevitable transition from light to darkness. The enduring appeal of the setting sun lies in its ability to tap into these collective memories and subconscious associations. This timeless image has resurfaced, evolved, and taken on new meanings across history.