Original artwork description:

In Changing Room, Igor Galan transforms a private moment into a scene of theatrical introspection. Two women, possibly one seen from two angles, appear within an ornate yet abstracted space – their lingerie-clad forms rendered in gestural, colorful brushwork. Painted in oil on canvas, this 50x40 cm piece from 2017 balances realism and expressive abstraction in a way that heightens the emotional ambiguity of the composition.

The figures exude both sensuality and distance. They are present yet internally focused, bathed in a soft light that reflects the surrounding palette of pastel pinks, deep purples, and ochres. The upper portion of the painting suggests a frieze or series of classical paintings, adding layers of cultural reference and emotional weight.

This is not a voyeuristic image but a painterly exploration of self-image, repetition, and perhaps the performative nature of everyday rituals. Galan’s energetic style and layered textures offer a rich visual experience – ideal for collectors of figurative works that bridge personal narrative and aesthetic depth.

Materials used:

Oil

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