Misgiven Thought 2019

"Misgiven Thought" is a 2019 painting by American artist Michael Cheval. The painting depicts a woman with red hair standing at the top of a seemingly endless forest of ladders. A man is seen carrying a bundle of sticks in the foreground, appearing to be ascending a winding staircase. The scene is symbolic and likely represents the journey of life, with the woman representing a higher state of consciousness and the man a more earthly one. Cheval's distinctive style is evident in the painting's rich detail and use of symbolism. The artwork inspires contemplation on human ambition and the journey of self-discovery.