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Violet Reverie: Prince Mysh- kin’s Divine-Human Insight, acrylic on canvas, 2023
This painting captures Prince Myshkin from Dostoyevsky’s “The Idiot” with a focus on his penetrating gaze and dynamic, flowing hair. Set against a dreamlike, abstract St. Peters- burg and a mystical violet sky, the painting portrays Myshkin with a Christ-like presence, deeply connecting with view- ers. His wise, compassionate expression transcends the canvas, embodying Dosto- yevsky’s literary brilliance and the character’s profound im- pact. The artwork symbolizes a spiritual connection to the au- thor’s themes and characters, resonating with viewers on multiple levels.
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