Visual Description and Theme
Abstract Figuration and Family Bond
This work uses a bold Figurative Abstraction style, where the forms of the horses are broken down into linear, geometric segments of vibrant color. The composition emphasizes the theme of maternity or protection: a larger, stylized adult horse stands watchfully over a small, resting foal nestled beneath its body.
Color and Iconic Background
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The Horses: The horses’ fragmented bodies are filled with energetic, contrasting colors, including strong purple, red, bright blue, and lime green. The parent horse features a central, cage-like structure of color, while the foal is painted in softer hues of blue and white, highlighting its vulnerability.
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The Background: Both figures are set against an intense, heavily textured metallic gold background. This decorative use of gold elevates the subject, signifying the sacred status and immense cultural value of the horse family within the nomadic tradition. The gold also suggests a timeless, almost mythological setting.
Theme
“COLT 3” is a moving exploration of familial bonds, protection, and the continuation of lineage. The abstract technique captures the dynamic energy of life and growth, while the metallic context underscores the horse as a central and cherished icon of Mongolian identity.