This hand-drawn illustration by Rasa Mateviciute poignantly captures the theme of shattered dreams and parental disappointment.
”Unfulfilled Dream”
”Unselfish inhibition of potentiality”
The illustration depicts a male dancer whose elegant pose contrasts with a broken pearl necklace, representing the fragility of his dreams.
In the background, a mother’s figure stands with her hands obscuring her eyes, symbolizing parental disappointment and sorrow. Together, these stark elements convey a powerful narrative of ambition overshadowed by familial pressures.
Giclée inkjet print on Somerset Velvet 255gsm textured paper. Italian custom-made wood frame and premium non-reflective art glass.
Overall size: 415mm x 545mm.
© R.Mateviciute “Unfulfilled Dream” (2020).
The illustration captures the essence of struggle and aspiration, featuring a male ballerina gracefully poised on a checkered floor, indicating the duality of traditional roles and artistic expression.
The broken pearl necklace is a powerful metaphor for shattered dreams and lost hopes, while the mother’s figure in the background, with her eyes covered with her hands, embodies the silent burden of disappointment and the emotional weight carried by parents. Together, these elements create a resonant narrative about the trials of pursuing one’s passion amidst societal expectations and familial aspirations.
Giclée inkjet print on Somerset Velvet 255gsm textured paper. Print includes an even border, which gives the image more depth and highlights the design, ideal for framing.
High-quality print for a dance studio, or a present for an art lover
Available as limited edition prints on Somerset Velvet 255gsm textured paper in two sizes: A4, A3
Vintage hand-painted frame
Giclée inkjet print on Somerset Velvet 255gsm textured paper. Hand-painted vintage frame with glass.
Overall size: 225mm x 280mm.
Large format canvas print
High-quality digital print on Botticelli canvas. Hand stretched by hand on the exhibition stretcher frame.
Overall size: 1190mm x 1190mm.
One-of-a-kind mini vintage frame.
Giclée inkjet print on Somerset Velvet 255gsm textured paper. Hand-painted vintage frame with glass.
Overall size: 140mm x 190mm.