Tangled up in Blue 

Melissa Hefferlin, born in 1968, created this artwork titled 'Tangled up in Blue'. The statue of the Goddess is a dominant visual symbol. The image harks back to ancient fertility figures like the Venus of Willendorf. From prehistoric times to classical antiquity, the goddess represents abundance and the life-giving force of nature. Here, this motif is entwined with more modern objects -glass bottles and a patterned cloth-, inviting viewers to contemplate themes of femininity and domesticity. The red ribbon, binding the bottles and the statue together, recalls the Fates of classical mythology, where destiny is spun, measured, and cut. This ribbon connects the goddess to human experience, highlighting the tangled, cyclical, and ever-evolving nature of life, memory, and culture. The emotional power and depth of these symbols create a powerful viewing experience.