Falada

2014
Oil, varnish, drawing on canvas
80 x 100 cm

In a dream-like church, between the rows of seats, the chained horse Falada rears up. An image of being trapped in traumatic memories or the psychological entanglement of the consequences of trauma. The painting is rich in symbolism on themes such as death, life, happiness, battle, etc. - for example, the dragonfly was interpreted by the samurai in Japan as a symbol of courage and victory after battle. The title is inspired by the horse “Falada” from the fairy tale “The Goose Girl”. As the loyal companion of the princess, who is betrayed by her servant, the magic horse remains her only confidant. On the instructions of the false princess, Falada is killed. Hanging on the archway, however, the horse's head still speaks words of truth. In the work Alliothea by Lara Azul, reference is made to this story and the story is continued.