Laceratio Cordis

Mixed media on canvas with three-dimensional elements
Dimensions: 100 x 100 cm

In Laceratio Cordis, the artist creates a powerful symbol of suffering and inner strength, using heterogeneous and unconventional materials. The heart, the central subject of the piece, emerges from the canvas like a suspended sculpture, in a deep and vibrant red. This heart, pierced by sharp thorns, rises from the surface, creating a dramatic tension between life and the pain that runs through it.

The three-dimensional composition transcends the boundaries between painting and sculpture. The heart, which is positioned 20 cm away from the canvas, is connected to the surface by thorny brambles that pierce it, evoking the visual metaphor of pain that immobilizes us, yet simultaneously pins us firmly to life. The glossy black background, lit by amber light from the left, emphasizes the contrast between the emotional intensity of the heart and the harshness of the thorns, creating a visual impact that leaves a mark.

In Laceratio Cordis, the artist reflects on the human condition and the fragile strength that lies behind every suffering. The work invites the viewer to confront the intensity of pain, while simultaneously revealing its capacity to make us feel deeply alive.