Deep Blue Sea 

Valentina Remenar painted "Deep Blue Sea" in the 20th century. Dominating this evocative piece is a merman holding a sword, crowned with a diadem, emerging from turbulent waves under a starlit sky. The sword, an ancient symbol, speaks of power, justice, and sacrifice. The image resonates deeply, reminding us of Triton, Poseidon's son, often depicted with similar attributes of royalty and power over the seas. Notice how the sword is held aloft. This is the hero's gesture, echoing classical sculptures like the Doryphoros, embodying strength and defiance. Yet, here, a merman with a sword raises the question of human and animal; it reflects a broader anxiety about boundaries and the unknown depths of our subconscious. The cyclical nature of symbols reveals itself again. As such, the ocean king emerges, resurfacing from the depths of time.