Blue Prince
US$ 590
Overview
2024
Oil Paint, oil paint on canvas
Unique Work
Dimensions: 50cm (H) x 50cm (W) x 4.5cm (D) / 19.7" (H) x 19.7" (W) x 1.8" (D)
Note: Actual colours may vary due to photography & computer settings
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About the art
Artist statement
Blue Prince is an evocative and thought-provoking painting that seamlessly blends whimsy with profound introspection. The work presents a horse reclining in a bathtub—a surreal juxtaposition of strength and vulnerability that challenges conventional perceptions. With its striking simplicity, the painting invites the viewer to contemplate themes of identity, self-awareness, and transformation.
Virtosu masterfully contrasts the horse’s symbolic association with power and freedom against the intimacy of the confined, domestic setting, prompting a meditation on the tension between external perceptions and internal truths. The piece’s title, *Blue Prince*, alludes to the complexities of visibility—suggesting that being seen is not the same as being understood.
This painting is a captivating exploration of the intersection between the ordinary and the extraordinary, offering a layered narrative that speaks to both the playful and profound aspects of the human experience. For collectors seeking contemporary art that balances surreal imagery with emotional depth, *Blue Prince* is a compelling addition.
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Artist profile
Dominic Virtosu
Born: 1983
Hometown: Bucharest
Based in: Roubaix, France
Dominic-Petru Virtosu was born in Bucharest, Romania in 1983. He completed his formal artistic education with a License in painting (2006) class of renowned Romanian artist Florin Ciubotaru and a Master’s in 2013 with professor Catalin Balescu at the Bucharest National University of Arts; also attending a semester as an …
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