Kenjiro Okazaki
The aged fish cast a vast, faint shadow on the pond's bottom, its silhouette wavering like a mirage in the sunlight. The water's slight murkiness and the shadow's immensity rendered it imperceptible to the smaller fish, who swam on, oblivious to the ancient presence above. Daily, the old fish approached the shore, gazing skyward.It sampled the bitter earth, musing, “With time, I'll adjust.”It longed to scale the bank, envisioning the wonders beyond: distant mountains, rivers, and luminous nighttime cities. The mysterious terrestrial world beckoned, teeming with countless unseen marvels., 2024
Acrylic on canvas
182 x 144 cm (71 5/8 x 56 3/4 in.)
Unique
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