Zhenya Gershman
Artist’s Statement
At first glance this painting may seem to depict a regular couple embracing: as if in a dance they are coming together closely, cheek to cheek. However, this is no ordinary moment. We are witnessing Alexei Navalny in a final hug with his wife before being taken away as a political prisoner to a Russian prison camp. If light is the subject of this exhibition, I wish to shed it upon the injustice and crimes committed by Putin and his government. The title of this work of art is “Parting”. May we part with the old ways, and see justice come to light!
Parting
60x60
Rembrandt Oil on canvas
2021
Parting
Studio Shot
Parting
Detail