Natasha Lelenco, Blue Madonna with Flowers and Insects, 2021, Acrylic on Canvas

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This piece, entitled "Clock Madonna" is one of the early works from the series "Fetishes," created by Moldovan artist based … more This piece, entitled "Clock Madonna" is one of the early works from the series "Fetishes," created by Moldovan artist based in Spain, Natasha Lelenco (Chisinev, Moldova 1982), in the year 2021. This piece takes as its starting point a figurine that was recurrent in the popular decorations of humble homes in Chisinau in the 1980s. Lelenco's "Fetiches" series melds portraiture and anthropomorphic forms, achieved through a meticulous accumulation of elements. These elements intertwine with a nuanced thematic exploration, touching upon both kitsch and popular iconography. The series also delves into the inseparable connection between humanity and the larger living community. A thought-provoking question lingers within these Lelenco's work: "Given recent revelations of bacterial cells outnumbering human cells within our bodies, where does our self-concept truly begin and end? What fragments of our identity persist within the realm of bacteria, insects, and plants – a realm we inhabit through the journey we call life, whether in happiness or anguish?" Drawing from her personal biography, Natasha Lelenco constructs a dialogue between memory and imagery. Through a skillful process, she resurrects fragments of her past to craft fresh narratives that challenge conventional perceptions of existence. This narrative depth, coupled with psychological complexity, echoes classical influences, seamlessly bridging the gap between Renaissance portraiture and contemporary expression. Notably, Lelenco's "Fetiches" series echoes the artistic echoes of Italian painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo. "Clock Madonna" is elegantly presented in a custom-designed American box frame by the artist herself\. Natasha Lelenco's art has been showcased across exhibitions in Spain, Germany, Denmark, Portugal, Mexico, and beyond. More than 40 works of these series has found its home in private collections worldwide. These pieces have been designed to function individually or to be combined into multiple panels, engaging in dialogue with other artworks from the same series. Elevate your collection with the enigmatic allure of Natasha Lelenco's artistry – a reflection of the past interwoven with contemporary sensibilities. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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