The End of the Program 

Iwo Zaniewski's painting presents a domestic interior dominated by a television set, rendered with a symbolic weight that transcends its mere function. The TV, adorned with what seems to be plant, stands as a modern-day idol, demanding our attention. Its dark screen is a mirror reflecting our own shadowy selves. Consider how, in ancient Roman households, the hearth served as the focal point for family life, often venerated with small shrines. The television now occupies this central role, its flickering light shaping our perceptions and dictating the rhythms of daily life. This echoes how the snake tempted Eve, and how images continue to seduce us. It is a potent symbol that engages with our subconscious desires, fears, and hopes, drawing us into its narrative web. This is a symbol that has merely shifted form, reflecting our evolving obsessions across time.