“Water Demigod,” crafted in 1983 by Norval Morrisseau, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is a symbolic painting.
The artwork exhibits Morrisseau’s distinctive style, characterized by bold, vibrant colors and flowing lines that interlace to form intricate patterns. The composition appears to depict a mythical, aquatic entity surrounded by various fish, hinting at spiritual or cultural symbolism. The forms are outlined in thick black lines, creating a striking contrast against the rich hues of green, red, blue, and orange. The figures collectively flow in a rhythmic motion, embodying a sense of life and movement, indicative of the thematic elements of nature and mythology.
