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"Contemplation of the Universe" suggests a theme of profound reflection on existence, the cosmos, and the relationship between the individual and infinity. The visual elements reinforce this interpretation, combining spiritual, cosmic, and philosophical symbols. Here is a breakdown of the main symbolic aspects: Meditative Pose and Inner Contemplation: The lotus position (typical of yoga and Eastern meditation) symbolizes balance, stability, and the connection between body, mind, and spirit. It represents the act of "contemplating the universe" not through external observation, but through an internal journey. The closed eyes emphasize introspection, detachment from the material world, and access to a spiritual or cosmic dimension. This could allude to philosophical concepts such as the human "microcosm" reflecting the universal "macrocosm" (an idea present in traditions such as Hermeticism or Buddhism), where the individual meditates to understand the immensity of the whole.

The faceted body, similar to a prism or a broken crystal, symbolizes the complexity and multifaceted nature of reality. In a Cubist vein, it represents the multiple perspectives of the universe: not a single vision, but a puzzle of interconnected fragments. Symbolically, this evokes quantum physics or string theory, where matter is composed of vibrating and interrelated particles. It could also indicate the dissolution of the individual ego in the universe—the self is not monolithic, but a mosaic that merges with the cosmos, suggesting themes of cosmic unity and interdependence.

Yellow-Gold: Dominant in the hair, shoulders, and parts of the body, it symbolizes enlightenment, divinity, and solar/cosmic light. In the context of contemplation, it represents the "inner light" of knowledge, spiritual epiphany, or the energy of the sun as the source of universal life. The grayish skin and black shadows evoke the cosmic void, the unknown, or sidereal space. They symbolize the mysterious and infinite aspect of the universe, or the contrast between light (knowledge) and darkness (unknown), inviting a contemplation that embraces both beauty and the abyss.
Orange, red, and purple in the lower flow, warm and vivid colors in the "cloak" or fluid base, suggest vital energy, passion, and transformation. Orange and red can represent cosmic fire (such as stars or the big bang), while purple is often associated with spirituality, mysticism, and the third eye (chakra of inner vision). The downward flow symbolizes the energy of the universe flowing through the individual, or conversely, the dissolution of the self into primordial chaos, like a river joining the cosmic ocean.

The atmosphere of the beige-yellow background, with its soft, nuanced textures, evokes an aura of peace and vastness, similar to a cosmic dawn or a nebula. It symbolizes the immensity of the universe, an infinite, luminous space enveloping the figure. The painterly effect adds a sense of fluidity and impermanence, reinforcing the idea that contemplation is a dynamic, not static, process—the universe is constantly changing, and meditation allows one to flow with it.

inks,brushpen ,watercolor ,pencil on canson paper 250 g/m
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-The artwork listed are unique, original drawings and not prints, signed and dated by the artist.
Drawings is signed and dated by the artist as well as accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Multiple purchases of the same size will be shipped together, where possible, and any excess shipping cethereal osts will be refunded after purchase

Materials used:

ink,brushpen,watercolor,pencil

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Contemplation of the Universe (2025) Drawing
by Maurizio Puglisi

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"Contemplation of the Universe" suggests a theme of profound reflection on existence, the cosmos, and the relationship between the individual and infinity. The visual elements reinforce this interpretation, combining spiritual, cosmic, and philosophical symbols. Here is a breakdown of the main symbolic aspects: Meditative Pose and Inner Contemplation: The lotus position (typical of yoga and Eastern meditation) symbolizes balance, stability, and the connection between body, mind, and spirit. It represents the act of "contemplating the universe" not through external observation, but through an internal journey. The closed eyes emphasize introspection, detachment from the material world, and access to a spiritual or cosmic dimension. This could allude to philosophical concepts such as the human "microcosm" reflecting the universal "macrocosm" (an idea present in traditions such as Hermeticism or Buddhism), where the individual meditates to understand the immensity of the whole.

The faceted body, similar to a prism or a broken crystal, symbolizes the complexity and multifaceted nature of reality. In a Cubist vein, it represents the multiple perspectives of the universe: not a single vision, but a puzzle of interconnected fragments. Symbolically, this evokes quantum physics or string theory, where matter is composed of vibrating and interrelated particles. It could also indicate the dissolution of the individual ego in the universe—the self is not monolithic, but a mosaic that merges with the cosmos, suggesting themes of cosmic unity and interdependence.

Yellow-Gold: Dominant in the hair, shoulders, and parts of the body, it symbolizes enlightenment, divinity, and solar/cosmic light. In the context of contemplation, it represents the "inner light" of knowledge, spiritual epiphany, or the energy of the sun as the source of universal life. The grayish skin and black shadows evoke the cosmic void, the unknown, or sidereal space. They symbolize the mysterious and infinite aspect of the universe, or the contrast between light (knowledge) and darkness (unknown), inviting a contemplation that embraces both beauty and the abyss.
Orange, red, and purple in the lower flow, warm and vivid colors in the "cloak" or fluid base, suggest vital energy, passion, and transformation. Orange and red can represent cosmic fire (such as stars or the big bang), while purple is often associated with spirituality, mysticism, and the third eye (chakra of inner vision). The downward flow symbolizes the energy of the universe flowing through the individual, or conversely, the dissolution of the self into primordial chaos, like a river joining the cosmic ocean.

The atmosphere of the beige-yellow background, with its soft, nuanced textures, evokes an aura of peace and vastness, similar to a cosmic dawn or a nebula. It symbolizes the immensity of the universe, an infinite, luminous space enveloping the figure. The painterly effect adds a sense of fluidity and impermanence, reinforcing the idea that contemplation is a dynamic, not static, process—the universe is constantly changing, and meditation allows one to flow with it.

inks,brushpen ,watercolor ,pencil on canson paper 250 g/m
shipping in a cardboard box
-The artwork listed are unique, original drawings and not prints, signed and dated by the artist.
Drawings is signed and dated by the artist as well as accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Multiple purchases of the same size will be shipped together, where possible, and any excess shipping cethereal osts will be refunded after purchase

Materials used:

ink,brushpen,watercolor,pencil

Tags:
#universe #philosophical #meditative #contemplation #spirituality #divinity #ethereal abstract #symbolizes 
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Maurizio Puglisi, I was born in 1994, I started a painting in 1994, attracted by the power of the oil technique over the years I have perfected my style lately... Read more

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