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Medusa

Although the painting is principally an abstract work of art, within the composition that suggests a storm at sea, can be seen the prow of a ship, shown as a dark silhouette. The painting evokes the theme of shipwreck, and the title relates this work to Theodore Gericault's The Raft of the Medusa.

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Crawford Gallery

Abstract Expressionist mixed media paintings (visual works) canvas (textile material)

Ireland

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Title: Medusa

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Although the painting is principally an abstract work of art, within the composition that suggests a storm at sea, can be seen the prow of a ship, shown as a dark silhouette.

The painting evokes the theme of shipwreck, and the title relates this work to Theodore Gericault's The Raft of the Medusa.

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