Passage of Time

Description

“Passage of Time” is a profoundly symbolic artwork, intertwining various elements that evoke the inexorable flow of time and the human journey through life. Central to the piece is a river, a classic metaphor for time, winding from the head of a figure that may represent the source of life or consciousness. This river courses through the landscape, carrying a sailboat—a symbol of life’s voyage—before reaching another figure cradling a newborn, which signifies the beginning of life.

Hovering above this scene is a moon or clock face, with Roman numerals falling away, further emphasizing the temporal theme. This celestial body, half-obscured, can be seen as a symbol of the cycles of life, the phases of time that govern our existence. The figures within the artwork, from the origin of the river to the child in repose, suggest stages of life, growth, and the nurturing of the next generation. The blue tones and soft lines contribute to a dreamlike quality, reinforcing that time is tangible and abstract.

“Passage of Time” invites contemplation on the cyclical nature of life and the human experience. It is a visual narrative that captures the beauty and poignancy of our temporal existence, the moments that flow like a river from birth to the unknown future sea.