Allegory of Man

38x34 Inches - Oil on Herringbone Linen - 2024

This captivating self-portrait by Samuel Hoskins depicts the artist gazing skyward, a prism held aloft, refracting sunlight into a vibrant rainbow. Inspired by dreams, philosophy, and the exploration of the subconscious, Hoskins uses this symbolic image to challenge our understanding of reality.

The prism, a powerful metaphor, fragments pure white light into the spectrum of color we perceive, reflecting the limitations of our senses. This captivating artwork invites us to question the nature of reality and explore the vastness that lies beyond our immediate perception.