Modern fermonte

Modern Fermont is a word I invented — a contemporary reimagining of the classical still life. Instead of fruits — pearls and wine. Instead of a vase — a skull and books. Instead of emptiness — a woman full of symbolism. She becomes the story.

Painted in oil on linen with a textured base. The pearls are sculpted in relief and glow by candlelight. Moths drift toward the moon and flame. The corseted figure recalls a vase — but instead of flowers, she holds herself.

Inspired by poetry, memory, beauty, and transformation. As fleeting as life — and as eternal as a book by Ukrainian poet Serhiy Zhadan.