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Type: Original
Medium: Acrylic
Genre: Abstract
Artwork Size: 84.1cm (w) x 59.4cm (h)
Uploaded on: Sunday 28th Sep, 2025
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“The Enigma of the Cat and the Clock of Existence” – An Artistic Exploration of Fluid Reality
This artwork offers a poetic lens into an unstable universe, where reality is no longer fixed but exists in a state of perpetual transformation. Inspired by quantum theory and expressed through symbolic figuration, the piece invites reflection on time, perception, and the observer’s role in shaping existence.
At its core, the cat embodies quantum uncertainty—split into two forms, one defined, one ethereal—evoking superposition and the fluidity of being. The viewer, like a quantum observer, becomes part of the process, activating meaning through contemplation. Reality, here, is not given but created.
The clock floats beyond linear time, suggesting a multidimensional continuum where past, present, and future coexist. It anchors the composition while challenging conventional temporality. The cat’s position within this temporal flux reinforces the idea that existence is relational, shaped by perspective.
The lantern, a beacon of revelation, casts conceptual light in a universe of ambiguity. It symbolizes the moment of insight—where science meets mysticism, and hidden truths emerge. Its glow activates the scene, balancing uncertainty with clarity.
Visually, the composition is harmonious yet dynamic. The two cats engage in silent dialogue, while the clock and lantern frame the scene with symbolic gravity. The abstract background evokes cosmic space, enhancing the metaphysical tone.
The palette—dominated by reds, blues, and violets—intensifies the emotional and conceptual impact. Red suggests energy and tension; blue and violet hint at depth and transcendence. The lantern’s light punctuates the darkness, guiding the viewer’s gaze.
Executed in a semi-abstract style, the work blends Expressionist gesture with Symbolist nuance. Brushstrokes remain fluid, contours unstable—mirroring a universe in flux.
Ultimately, this is not just an artwork, but a meditation on perception, tim