Introducing
The father, attached to his mother's, projected those feelings onto his daughter. Seeing his mother in her, he tried to recreate that bond. The daughter chose a gentle partner to please him
In this real and evocative artwork, the complex layers of familial relationships and deep psychological ties are vividly portrayed. Father's Beloved delves into the intricate dynamics between a father and daughter, where the lines between love, memory, and identity blur.
The father, entangled in an unresolved Oedipal longing, sees his lost mother reflected in his daughter. Driven by an unconscious desire to relive the comforting experience of infancy, he imposes his need for maternal affection upon his daughter.
The daughter's figure, intertwined with symbolism, shows her submissive choice of a delicate partner - a decision shaped by her deep-seated need to satisfy her father's unspoken desires. The green lizard perched atop the figure symbolizes the creeping nature of this intergenerational trauma, hinting at the undercurrents of subconscious manipulation and inherited emotional burdens. The juxtaposition of a nurturing heart and disjointed eyes further emphasizes the conflict between love and distorted perceptions within the family unit.
This artwork invites viewers to explore the uncomfortable intersections of love, dependency, and the psychological scars that shape our relationships.
