ADAM MYSTICUS 1982

Ernst Fuchs's "ADAM MYSTICUS" (1982) is a surreal and highly symbolic painting. The composition features a central tree-like figure with a serpentine vine wrapped around it, representing the intertwined nature of good and evil. Above this figure, a female figure floats with wings outstretched, a possible representation of the feminine principle or divine inspiration. The painting also includes a variety of animals, each with symbolic meaning, including a fox, a rabbit, and birds. The vibrant colors and intricate details create a rich and complex visual experience, drawing viewers into the artist's mystical vision. This work showcases Fuchs’s mastery of the "Fantastic Realism" style, a movement that combines elements of surrealism, symbolism, and religious imagery.