Discover “Nergal: The Infernal Fire”-an expressive abstract portrait of the Sumerian god of the underworld, where calligraphic gesture meets mythic symbolism.

This expressive abstract work plunges into the heart of Mesopotamian mythology, capturing the essence of Nergal-the powerful Sumerian god of the underworld, war, and plague. Contemporary abstract calligraphy visually translates the duality of this ancient figure: an implacable destroyer and guardian of cosmic order. Here, ancient symbolism and modern expression meet in a striking composition.

Chromatic Symbolism and Expressive Composition
The dominant orange-red palette directly evokes the eternal flames of the infernal realm ruled by Nergal in Sumerian myth. These burning hues also symbolize the fever of epidemics that this deity unleashed upon mortals, as described in ancient cuneiform texts. Deep black calligraphic strokes, created with Japanese brush and Chinese ink in Sumi-e style, represent the relentless presence of death-Nergal’s domain. These dynamic lines create visual tension with the fiery background, perfectly illustrating the chaos-order duality embodied by this Mesopotamian god.

Mythological Influence and Contemporary Art
Inspired by cuneiform tablets from Nippur, especially the tale of “Nergal and Ereshkigal,” the gestural calligraphy freely reinterprets cuneiform signs in a contemporary visual language. The work bridges ancient mythology and modern artistic expression, part of a series exploring Sumerian deities through abstract art, each with its own chromatic and gestural signature.

Mixed Media and Innovative Creative Process
The painting combines layered acrylics for the blazing background-evoking infernal flames-with natural pigments enhancing the luminosity of the vivid areas, characteristic of Gaboriau’s abstract expressionist style. The calligraphy is executed with Japanese brush and Chinese ink, favoring spontaneous gestures to capture Nergal’s volatile essence. Some blurred strokes suggest the passage between worlds, a visual signature of this mythological series.

Contemplative Experience and Contemporary Resonance
This abstract artwork invites reflection on the opposing forces that structure existence: destruction-creation, chaos-order, darkness-light. In a world marked by crisis, Nergal’s figure resonates as a metaphor for transformation and resilience. The visual intensity creates an immersive space for viewers to project their own interpretations, forging a personal connection to this ancient myth reimagined for our time.

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Добавлено 31 янв. 2025 г.

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