Arvie Smith
Black Athena, 2023
oil on canvas
72 x 60 in
182.9 x 152.4 cm
182.9 x 152.4 cm
Athena, the mythological Greek goddess of war and wisdom, appears over a foreboding chaotic conflict, including political corruption, disinformation, violence, racism, misogyny, and a band of chimpanzee musicians. Combined, these...
Athena, the mythological Greek goddess of war and wisdom, appears over a foreboding chaotic conflict, including political corruption, disinformation, violence, racism, misogyny, and a band of chimpanzee musicians. Combined, these factors create the perfect storm. Assisted by her white owl, Athena must apply her intelligent cunning to overcome what appears to be an impossible threat and a nightmare scenario. The fictional deity may be our only hope.
