Natalia Pettersson : Farewell to the Sky

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Farewell to the Sky captures a moment of profound transformation, exploring the impact of parental love on the unfolding of a child's innate talents. In the painting, an angel without her wings stands with quiet acceptance, gently freeing another from their heavenly wings. This act embodies both the courage to nurture our inherent gifts and the conflicts and love within families that can sometimes hinder those gifts from flourishing.

The wingless angel, unable to ascend to the heavens, channels her longing for flight into her art. Her brushstrokes, as powerful as her former wingbeats, reach toward infinity. The butterfly symbolizes metamorphosis, serving as a poignant reminder that even when parts of ourselves are lost or when we face resistance from those closest to us, new heights await.

The painting poignantly reflects the dual nature of parental love—a force that can both protect and, at times, clip the wings of potential.

Natalia Pettersson

Farewell to the Sky

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£1500

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