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Iris Who Ate the Rainbow
Iris Who Ate the Rainbow
Iris Who Ate the Rainbow
Iris Who Ate the Rainbow
Image of your art work hanging on the wall
Image of your art work hanging on the wall
Image of your art work hanging on the wall
Image of your art work hanging on the wall
Image of your art work hanging on the wall
Image of your art work hanging on the wall

Iris Who Ate the Rainbow

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W 72.80cm x H 103.00cm x D 3.00cm
  • About this Iris Who Ate the Rainbow

    Detail

    Medium

    Painting (Acrylic painting)

    Edition

    Original Artwork

    Year

    2010

    Sign

    Artists' signature on the back of the artwork

    Frame

    Unframed

    Description

    This painting, titled “Iris Who Ate the Rainbow,” unveils a narrative deeply rooted in the imaginative realm of MAIKA KOBAYASHI, presenting a poignant exploration of consequence and redemption. The story of a girl who consumes the rainbow, thereby stripping the world of its colors and subsequently facing the wrath of a crowd coming to reclaim the stolen hues, sets the stage for a powerful visual allegory. However, the visual representation focuses on a girl in a red dress, gazing directly at the viewer, with a rainbow arching overhead and profound darkness depicted below her. This stark contrast between light and shadow serves to emphasize the thematic underpinnings of the artwork.

    Iris, in Greek mythology, is the goddess of the rainbow, a messenger linking the gods to humanity. KOBAYASHI reimagines Iris not just as a mythological figure but as a symbol of willful strength emerging from darkness, challenging traditional narratives and inviting viewers to reconsider the impact of their actions. Initially depicted in a pale pink dress, the artist’s decision to overlay this with a red dress signifies a transformation, suggesting the complexity and depth of emotions that accompany the act of taking and the subsequent quest for forgiveness.

    Through this piece, KOBAYASHI continues her exploration of “Liberation from Fixed Notions,” inviting onlookers to engage with themes of guilt, isolation, and the eventual pursuit of atonement. The use of color, from the vibrant rainbow to the enveloping darkness and the striking red dress, creates a visual dichotomy that reflects the internal struggle of the protagonist. This work stands as a testament to KOBAYASHI’s ability to weave contemporary issues into classical mythological contexts, offering a unique perspective on the timeless human condition. The painting not only serves as a visual feast but also as a catalyst for introspection, urging viewers to contemplate the ramifications of their choices and the possibility of redemption.

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    I don't let ART end up as ART.
    In the course of my activities as a painter, I have painted in a variety of environments other than on canvas.
    Sometimes on a large wall in the city, sometimes on a shutter in a shopping district. In the midst of all this, one thought became stronger day by day. There are still things my ART can do. ART is something that is there for a while, but sometimes it attracts people, connects them, and eventually they want it to "stay there forever". The dots of ART that I create connect one person, one second, and blend into the city, life, and history. That is the form of ART I am aiming for.

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