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The Swing (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Bogdan Zagan
19.69 x 39.37 x 1.57" (unframed) / 19.69 x 39.37" (actual image size)
$6,729
Original artwork description
"The Swing" is a striking, large-format figurative painting measuring 70x140 cm, blending the elegant discipline of classical ballet with surreal pop culture elements. The composition features a graceful ballerina in a pristine white tutu and pointe shoes, caught in a powerful follow-through pose after executing a perfect golf swing.
Her head is dramatically hidden by a textured golf ball that is depicted as flying directly toward us, the viewers, appearing to cover her face as it travels forward out of the canvas. Rendered with bold, defining black outlines and expressive brushwork against a moody, textured background of neutral and earthy tones, the artwork creates a powerful visual contrast. It explores themes of kinetic energy, precision, and the collision of two completely different worlds, turning a delicate figure into a symbol of striking momentum and modern surrealism.
The inspiration came from capturing the precise moment after a powerful drive—the split second of follow-through where the dancer has struck the ball and watches it travel. The surreal element where the golf ball flies directly toward us, the viewers, involuntarily covering her face, creates a striking optical illusion and a sense of direct engagement.
It is special because of its impressive scale and its surrealist edge. By playing with perspective—where the ball projects outward toward the audience—it breaks traditional artistic boundaries, transforming a classic performance scene into a witty, bold, and captivating statement piece about power, momentum, and unexpected focus.
Materials used:
acrylic paint
Details:
- Acrylic painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 19.69 x 39.37 x 1.57" (unframed) / 19.69 x 39.37" (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed on the front
- Style: Urban and Pop
- Subject: People and portraits
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Original artwork description
"The Swing" is a striking, large-format figurative painting measuring 70x140 cm, blending the elegant discipline of classical ballet with surreal pop culture elements. The composition features a graceful ballerina in a pristine white tutu and pointe shoes, caught in a powerful follow-through pose after executing a perfect golf swing.
Her head is dramatically hidden by a textured golf ball that is depicted as flying directly toward us, the viewers, appearing to cover her face as it travels forward out of the canvas. Rendered with bold, defining black outlines and expressive brushwork against a moody, textured background of neutral and earthy tones, the artwork creates a powerful visual contrast. It explores themes of kinetic energy, precision, and the collision of two completely different worlds, turning a delicate figure into a symbol of striking momentum and modern surrealism.
The inspiration came from capturing the precise moment after a powerful drive—the split second of follow-through where the dancer has struck the ball and watches it travel. The surreal element where the golf ball flies directly toward us, the viewers, involuntarily covering her face, creates a striking optical illusion and a sense of direct engagement.
It is special because of its impressive scale and its surrealist edge. By playing with perspective—where the ball projects outward toward the audience—it breaks traditional artistic boundaries, transforming a classic performance scene into a witty, bold, and captivating statement piece about power, momentum, and unexpected focus.
Materials used:
acrylic paint
Details:
- Acrylic painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 19.69 x 39.37 x 1.57" (unframed) / 19.69 x 39.37" (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed on the front
- Style: Urban and Pop
- Subject: People and portraits
