Description
Myths – Icarus: The Power to Fly
“Mitos – Icaro: The Power to Fly” is a stunning painting by the renowned artist Ángeles Nieto. This unique work of art was created using various materials, such as acrylic paint, on a thick wooden panel. The sides of the painting are painted as well, making it ready to hang on the wall right away. It comes with a certificate of authenticity upon purchase.
Icarus was held captive with his father, Daedalus, on Crete. Daedalus built wings out of feathers to escape King Minos. When Icarus flew too close to the sun—even though his father had warned him not to do so—the wax melted, and Icarus fell into the void.
About the Artist – Angeles Nieto
Angeles Nieto, born in Madrid in 1963, is a Spanish artist known for her vibrant and colorful works. Her art exudes southern influences, such as bright light, transparency, and the cheerfulness of sunlight. Nieto’s unique style is characterized by a deliberate yet exuberant use of color. Her paintings are colorful, full of emotion, and seem to contain dreams. Her motto, “Let your heart speak,” is clearly evident in her extraordinary work, which you can never simply walk past without noticing.
Inspiration and Themes
Angeles Nieto sees creating art as a game, a dialogue between what has been painted and what remains to be painted, always in search of balance. She says: “We are stardust (matter) from the stars. Our bodies are made of the same matter, and so are our spiritual lives. Together, we are part of the universe; we, too, are stars. The stars (celestial bodies), the world of dreams, or the ability to fly as an expression of freedom often recur in my images.”
Visit our gallery in Amersfoort
This beautiful work of art is on display at our gallery in Amersfoort and is also available through our art lending program. Amersfoort Art features an extensive collection of paintings, silkscreen prints, monotypes, and bronze sculptures by Angeles Nieto. Stop by and be inspired by the vibrant and colorful world of Angeles Nieto.
