A surreal depiction of forced perspective with eyes on hands, exploring themes of scrutiny and observation.
The painting explores themes of perception and scrutiny, using symbolic elements to convey the idea of forced observation and introspection.
The style is surreal and symbolic, blending realistic facial features with abstract elements like eyes on hands, creating an engaging and thought-provoking composition.
This painting would be suitable for a contemplative space, such as a study or library, where its introspective theme can be appreciated. This artwork will complement any room or space beyond those mentioned, depending on individual preference.
The mood is intense and introspective, evoking a sense of being watched or scrutinized, prompting viewers to reflect on their own perceptions.
The central figure is framed by hands with eyes, drawing attention to the face. The background of intertwined branches adds texture and complexity.
Rich earth tones dominate the palette, with warm reds and browns providing depth, while the contrast of the eyes adds a focal point.
Drishti: The Forced Gaze is a original handmade painting made by Seemantaparna ghosh. This painting is made with acrylic colors on canvas. This artwork is signed by artist, and accompanied with the Certificate of Authenticity. The width of the painting is 18 inches, and its height is 24 inches.
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A woman faces us with a calm expression and a pair of red male hands with artificial eyes pressed against her own vision, forcing her to see what he chooses to.
The red colour represents control which is not forced or chaotic but steady and normalized by cultural associations, rituals or tradition.
She doesn’t fight back against those hands, as if the placement of hand is deliberate and it feel familiar, physically close, almost intimate. This closeness suggests that such control often comes from within familiar relationships—family, partners, or societal expectations that feel personal rather than imposed, almost socially sanctioned. It feels practiced—like an action repeated over time until it becomes unquestioned. The hands are not covering her face entirely; they are specifically altering her vision. This reinforces the idea that the control is not about silencing her existence, but about shaping how she perceives the world.
In the background, The old brick wall suggests structure—something built over time, layer by layer. It feels rigid, unmoving, almost oppressive and the dried vein feel organic, but lifeless—like something that once carried energy but has now hardened and lost its vitality
The painting quietly reveals a harsh truth: Patriarchy shapes how a woman sees the world, often without her even realizing it.
Ideally paintings don't require much care as its a vertical surface, hence dust doesn't settle quite easily. You can gently dry dust the painting once in a month. You can also gently use a slightly damp cloth and dab it gently over the surface to capture the dust particles. You can do this once in 6 months.
Please do not use soap water, detergent, disinfectants or any chemicals over the painting as it might dissolve the colors. Paper and cloth paintings are usually framed with a glass on top, hence the artwork will remain intact. You would just need to clean the glass. Always keep artworks away from direct sunlight and also from walls having water leakage problem, - as both can damage it.
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Delivered within 9 to 15 days ( - )
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Delivered within 10 to 15 days ( - )
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