Daniel Deutsch
Birch plywood
100 x 70 x 2.1
2025
Unique item 1 of 1
With certificate of authenticity
The work presents itself as an impressive synthesis of artistic precision and conceptual depth. The composition is compelling due to its clearly defined hierarchy: at the center, the lion reigns as a majestic protagonist, inevitably drawing the viewer's gaze. This design approach is reminiscent of Baroque dramaturgy. The execution in wood and the consistent interplay of relief and shading lend the image an immediate physicality, which underscores the presence of the motif. At the same time, the work allows for multifaceted interpretations: it speaks of nature as an ordering principle, of community, of power and protection. Crucially, the material not only supports the narrative but also becomes a conscious part of the artistic statement itself. The strict framing, the gestural energy of the lines, the deliberate leaving of gaps—all of this invites intensive contemplation. The relief demands that we pause and grasp the complexity of the depicted world in all its beauty, rawness, and symbolism.
