Dangerosa
Five Inches of Destruction, 2020
Oil on Canvas Board
30 x 25 cm
£750
'Five Inches of Destruction' portrays a striking moment of intensity, capturing the frozen motion of a high-heeled shoe mid-swing, with its head shattering a glass object into countless shards. The...
'Five Inches of Destruction' portrays a striking moment of intensity, capturing the frozen motion of a high-heeled shoe mid-swing, with its head shattering a glass object into countless shards. The choice of monochromatic tones accentuates the drama, focusing the viewer's attention on the dynamic interplay of light and shadow. Each glass fragment is meticulously rendered, reflecting Dangerosa's skilful use of oil paint to convey texture and movement. The overall composition is a powerful statement on the nature of destruction—swift, irreversible, and complete. This piece is a testament to Dangerosa's ability to encapsulate the fleeting nature of a singular, destructive act and its immediate aftermath, leaving a lasting impression of both the fragility and the brute force that coexist in moments of shattering impact.