Untitled 2022

This drawing by Alevtyna Kakhidze, created in 2022, captures a deeply personal moment amidst conflict. The image pulses with symbols of everyday life juxtaposed against the backdrop of war. The figure, presumably the artist herself, sits in a state of quiet contemplation, surrounded by eggs, boots, documents, and a mobile phone. These objects are reminiscent of the vanitas tradition, charged with meaning and emotional weight. Eggs symbolize new life and hope, while the boots and documents suggest journeys, displacement, and the necessity of movement. The mobile phone, a modern symbol, connects the artist to a world outside of conflict. This interplay between the mundane and the monumental taps into our collective subconscious, reminding us of the enduring power of the human spirit to find beauty and meaning even in the darkest times. The artist's attempt to find joy and gratitude on her birthday echoes through time, resurfacing as a testament to resilience and the cyclical nature of hope amid despair.