Gwen Evans - Vow II
Regular price £500.00 Save £-500.00Vow II
Conté crayon on paper
15 x 20 cm
2025
"A hand carefully pinches a sprig of myrtle- historically seen as love symbol- resting on a Welsh tapestry bed throw. From the pure white lily of the Annunciation to Socrates' poisonous hemlock, botanical symbolism is an enduring theme in historical storytelling. Here, Evans plucks floral references from across centuries, spanning Greek mythology and Renaissance nuptial portraiture. Whether revealing virtuous characteristics, signalling a sitter’s status, or foreshadowing events, Evans exploits the often-contradictory meanings of botanicals to further blur the boundary between courtship and obsession."
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