The artwork, titled “Page of the Universal Atlas, IX. The Known World of the Ancients,” is crafted by Pierre Alechinsky and is part of the “Universal Atlas” series. This piece belongs to the Cartographic Art and Neo-Expressionism art movements and is classified under the figurative genre.
The artwork intricately blends cartographic elements with abstract and expressive brushstrokes, depicting a layered and dynamic composition. The background features parts of a world map, presumably illustrating the ancient world, as inferred from the title. Superimposed upon this cartographic foundation is a vivid tapestry of black, sinuous lines and shapes, rendered with a gestural, almost chaotic quality characteristic of Neo-Expressionism. The merging of map imagery with abstract forms compels the viewer to navigate both geographical and emotional terrains simultaneously. The choice of colors, primarily muted earth tones with bold black outlines, enhances the sense of depth and movement within the piece.
