Icarus Atlanticus: Allegory of the Working Man

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Icarus Atlanticus: Allegory of the Working Man

Ger Lataster
1987

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When Lataster painted this ceiling in 1987, he was intimidated by the thought that he was surrounded by such great masters as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Rubens. There was a danger of becoming too proud, though. Lataster saw just one way to prevent his own downfall: hard work. In this colourful and expressive ceiling, he therefore incorporated blue work trousers, work shoes and a spade. As a reward, Lataster imagined a sandwich with strawberry jam – which he also painted.

oil on cotton
500 x 500 cm.
Acquisition 1987