Original artwork description:

"Last"
oil on canvas 120x100 cm

The painting “Last" concludes the series by portraying not just prolonged routine in a ruined world, but the protagonist's final realization of the hopelessness of his situation. Unlike previous works that carried elements of irony, this piece deliberately removes all humor, emphasising the tragedy of a man on the brink of a dying world.

The astronaut, who once engaged in mundane, albeit strange, activities like dining, swimming, or reading, is now depicted in a moment of nostalgia and sorrow. Holding a photograph of his family, he no longer tries to adapt or maintain optimism. The image of his family symbolises the life that has been lost — a reminder that humanity was not only destructive but also capable of love and care.

The New York skyline, shrouded in thick smog, no longer serves as a metaphor for technological progress or the grandeur of the metropolis. Now, it is a symbol of total separation from the past and a forewarning of final collapse. The city is no longer alive, just like the protagonist’s former hopes. There is no place for jokes or irony here — only the harsh truth of the present.

The *"I ♥ NY"* badge, which in earlier works might have been interpreted as a sarcastic comment, now evokes a deep sense of loss, amplifying the tragedy of the scene. The astronaut is no longer merely the "last witness" — he is a solitary survivor who has lost everything that once mattered. The artist’s signature on the spacesuit reinforces that this is a deeply personal story, mirroring the global catastrophe.

This final piece in the "Lost" series underscores not just the tragedy of one individual but of all humanity, serving as a reminder that our future could resemble this bleak reality if we continue to ignore the challenges facing us today.

All work is signed on the front of painting and includes a signed certificate of authenticity.

Materials:
Painting is made with a professional oil-based paints, they are not change color over time.
Canvas will be sent on a wooden stretcher.
Highly safe packaging with thick foam plastic and thick cardboard.

Worldwide shipping.

Ready to hang.

Anastasiia Novitskaya © 2024

Materials used:

Professional oil paints, palette knife and gallery canvas, linseed oil

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