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About Jan
"A hundred-year-old piano placed in my childhood room developed a strong sense for harmony in me and apparently started my longing for art. Today, the main driver for my own creations is the fight between harmony and chaos, the search for the ultimate equilibrium."

Temptation

"The Temptation" brings the biblical story of Eve into a contemporary context, where the concept of original sin, traditionally attributed to women, is reexamined as a universal aspect of human nature. Staying true to the style of Geometric Deconstructivism, lines and circular forms to create a harmonious yet tension-filled composition, where every element holds symbolic significance.

The painting depicts a scene where a serpent, resting on a golden line, directs the viewer’s gaze toward the nude figure of a woman with long hair. The hair’s three shades represent the contrast between light and darkness, reflecting the inner conflict carried by every individual. This woman, reminiscent of the biblical Eve, faces the serpent, which embodies temptation but also serves as a reminder that we all carry our own "serpents" and that every choice can have significant consequences.

The composition, guided by the golden lines, connects all elements within the painting and symbolizes an inevitable path. The message about the timelessness of temptation extends beyond women alone; "The Temptation" is a portrayal of the inner struggles that are an integral part of every human life, inviting the viewer to reflect on their own "serpents," carried silently within.

Series
Deconstruction
Size (cm)
120
 × 
120
Location
Prague, CZ
Signature
JE24
Date
29.10.2024
Price
4000
 EUR
Rent price
200
 EUR/month
Status
Sold
Status
Private gallery
Status
On rental
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Title of Artwork:
Temptation
Artist’s Name:
Jan Edlman
Signed as:
JE24
Medium & Materials:
Oil on Canvas
Dimensions:
120
 × 
120
Date produced:
October 29, 2024
Location:
Prague, CZ
Certificate # 
This document certifies that this piece of art identified herein has been on display in artist's public exhibition, details provided herein, hand signed by the artist. All copyright and reproduction rights are fully retained by the artist and/or exhibiting gallery. The artist can be contacted any time using the following email: info@janedlman.art. More information about the artist and exhibitions at www.janedlman.art.
Artwork
Title of Artwork:
Temptation
Artist’s Name:
Jan Edlman
Signed as:
JE24
Medium & Materials:
Oil on Canvas
Dimensions:
120
 × 
120
Certificate ID:
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