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Nataliya Bagatskaya
Coffee Ritual

2024

$1,795.38
£1,334.01
€1,500
CA$2,459.30
A$2,682.97
CHF 1,422.99
MX$32,323.71
NOK 18,060.53
SEK 16,534.90
DKK 11,426.81

About the Item

This captivating work of art presents a surreal dialogue between the mundane and the fantastic. A casually dressed woman sits confidently on a vintage chair, wearing dark sunglasses and clutching a cup that reads “COFFEE.” Her cool, urban presence contrasts sharply with the surreal enormity of the black cat beside her—a guardian-like figure with luminous golden eyes and an aura of quiet mystique. The feline, larger than the furniture around it, introduces a dreamlike imbalance of scale that invites contemplation. Its sleek, glossy fur and silent stare elevate it from a pet to a mythical companion, one whose exaggerated presence hints at a deeper symbolic role. The background—a subdued composition of greenish hues—acts as a neutral space, heightening the intensity of the figures and focusing the viewer's gaze. Realism meets fantasy in the meticulous rendering of textures and the cinematic quality of the composition, creating a scene both comforting and unsettling. This piece evokes themes of inner stillness, companionship, and the quiet power of surrealism in everyday life. It speaks to a shared, unspoken understanding between woman and beast—an emotional standoff that reflects confidence, independence, and perhaps a subtle irony. Perfect for collectors who appreciate contemporary figurative works with narrative tension, emotional depth, and symbolic ambiguity.
  • Creator:
    Nataliya Bagatskaya (1967, Ukrainian)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.47 in (85 cm)Width: 27.56 in (70 cm)Depth: 0.71 in (1.8 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Zofingen, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2203216421632

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