Vajdsa Lajos 

This drawing by Lajos Vajda presents us with a mountain, rendered through stark lines and geometric forms. Mountains, since time immemorial, have served as powerful symbols. They touch upon the realm of the sacred. Think of Mount Olympus in ancient Greece, the dwelling place of the gods, or Mount Sinai, where Moses received the Ten Commandments. These peaks, reaching towards the heavens, are physical manifestations of spiritual aspiration. The pyramid form, echoing that of the mountain, appears in Egyptian tombs and Mayan temples, each a testament to humanity's desire to transcend the earthly. Now, consider how this symbol has shifted. From sacred geography to sublime landscape, mountains in art evoke awe and the insignificance of man, reflecting a romantic sensibility. The mountain, stark and unyielding, taps into the collective memory of our species, resonating with the subconscious understanding of nature's power, and the enduring quest for what lies beyond. It is a symbol that continues to evolve, shaped by cultural and historical forces, yet rooted in our primal connection to the earth.