Dima Kashtalyan «This is not a dachshund»

59x50 cm, 2024

Acrylic on paper

Unframed

21% VAT included

"Perception is never as simple as it seems. In this piece, I wanted to explore the tension between reality and illusion—the way our minds create associations, sometimes deceptive, sometimes unsettling.

The dachshund's reflection on the vase feels familiar, almost comforting, yet it stands in stark contrast to the thorny, twisting form that disrupts the scene. Is it a symbol of nature's quiet menace? Or a reminder that appearances can be misleading?

The stippling and textured surface add a tactile depth, while the cool-toned palette enhances the sense of restrained mysticism. I hope this piece invites you to look closer, to question, and to find your own meaning within its surreal forms". Dima Kashtalyan