About the Artwork
The painting draws the viewer to a straightforward narrative that a woman can open doors. As she is biologically equipped to nourish and nurture the baby--a symbol of the next generation--the woman breaks open the door. She opens the door with the frying pan, representing her breaking through traditional gender role expectations. Her baby's left-hand echoes the mother's left hand; both motions stand for life gushing forth.
A pregnant yellow cat departs from the age-old belief that women and black cats bring ill fortune. It now represents fertility and new life.
The kettle behind her is the crucible of her former trials under traditional roles.
Bright and bold color contrasts, expressive facial expressions, and dynamic pose create a lively and playful atmosphere that reflects the warmth and humor of domestic life.
Acrylic on Canvas
Figures and Patterns
Contemporary, Expressionism, Figurative
2024
This Artwork is unframed and requires framing.
Art makes a timeless and meaningful gift! This artwork is perfect for occasions such as: Mother's Day Birthdays for her Home Purchase Engagement Anniversaries
Consider displaying this artwork in: Living Room Bedroom Hallway Kid's Room/Nursery Dining Room
To Open Doors
Napolexander MinaQuezon City, Philippines
Acrylic on Canvas
24 W x 36 H x 1 D inches
Customer Reviews
Napolexander Mina
Quezon City, Philippines
Napolexander has 10
artworks,
and is available for
commissioned work.
Napolexander is an architect by profession, an artist by inclination, a runner by affliction, and an environmentalist by avocation. He has been part of various group shows and has had several solo exhibits.
About the Artwork
The painting draws the viewer to a straightforward narrative that a woman can open doors. As she is biologically equipped to nourish and nurture the baby--a symbol of the next generation--the woman breaks open the door. She opens the door with the frying pan, representing her breaking through traditional gender role expectations. Her baby's left-hand echoes the mother's left hand; both motions stand for life gushing forth.
A pregnant yellow cat departs from the age-old belief that women and black cats bring ill fortune. It now represents fertility and new life.
The kettle behind her is the crucible of her former trials under traditional roles.
Bright and bold color contrasts, expressive facial expressions, and dynamic pose create a lively and playful atmosphere that reflects the warmth and humor of domestic life.
Acrylic on Canvas
Figures and Patterns
Contemporary, Expressionism, Figurative
2024
This Artwork is unframed and requires framing.
Art makes a timeless and meaningful gift! This artwork is perfect for occasions such as: Mother's Day Birthdays for her Home Purchase Engagement Anniversaries
Consider displaying this artwork in: Living Room Bedroom Hallway Kid's Room/Nursery Dining Room
Napolexander Mina
Quezon City, Philippines
Napolexander has 10
artworks,
and is available for
commissioned work.
Napolexander is an architect by profession, an artist by inclination, a runner by affliction, and an environmentalist by avocation. He has been part of various group shows and has had several solo exhibits.
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