Vivid Green Surrealist Face on Pink Background. Czech Inscription. "Currency #234"

In "Currency #234", Natasha Lelenco presents a striking portrait set against a vibrant pink background, rendered in vivid green tones that give the profile a surreal and almost alien-like appearance. This work, part of the Currencies series, features a Czech inscription that reads: "Přežít, Také Nechat Část Sebe Zemřít Emigrovat," which translates to "To survive, you must also let a part of yourself die. Emigrate." The phrase captures the deep emotional toll of migration, an ongoing theme throughout the series.

Painted on a 26 cm wooden circular panel, this artwork stands out for its strong use of color, which creates an intense contrast between the pink and green elements. The profile is detailed yet stylized, with small, scattered white dots on the figure’s face adding an additional surreal touch. The value assigned to this piece is 212 euros, continuing the artist’s exploration of the arbitrary nature of value in human lives, where societal worth is often based on origin or class.