The Black Dog

Oil painting in primary colors (red, blue, black, white) depicting a window corner with blinds open and a black and white projection of a man’s face, symbolizing depression.

The Black Dog

Oil paint on canvas

Size: 100 x 75 x 2 cm

This painting grew out of personal experiences and a deep sense of empathy towards friends facing similar challenges. The title was inspired by Winston Churchill’s frequent allusions to his own struggle with depression, which he famously referred to as his ‘black dog’.

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