Vermilion Sands

In Alexander's Vermillion Sands, he bridges the divide between today's materialistic world and an enduring spirituality. His scenes are pared down, spotlighting faceless figures crafted to perfection: flawlessly sculpted, impeccably attired, and gracefully positioned. These figures, mirroring an exaggerated reality, seem superficial, suggesting depth without truly embodying it.

Behind these primary figures lie hand-sketched designs and intentional voids. These sketches, though subtle, contrast sharply, hinting at something deeper. They edge towards meaning but never fully reveal it.

In the realm of Love Between The Atoms, perfection is not only achievable but also excessive. This world interweaves allure with oddity. Yet, one wonders, beyond their impeccable exterior, do these figures signify anything deeper? Their isolated positioning hints at a sense of powerlessness. Maybe genuine significance and its inherent potential lie in the incomplete and ambiguous? Could it be that real essence is concealed in the overlooked details, waiting to be unearthed?

Exhibited:

Mark Alexander: Love Between The Atoms

23 April – 12 Juni 2021

SAUVAGE Bastionstraße 5 40213 Düsseldorf

Goldfinch

  • Oil on canvas
  • 92 x 73 cm
  • 2018
A goldfinch on a pencil drawn tree or plant.

Acts of Love for an Uncertain Future

  • Oil on canvas
  • 92 x 73 cm
  • 2019
Faceless mannequin standing in water with a goldfish approaching.

The Pioneer

  • Oil on canvas
  • 42 x 35 cm
  • 2018
Grey face with shiny brown hair and ear. Fancy neckwear visible.

Sunrise

  • Oil on canvas
  • 127 x 90 cm
  • 2019
Figure in industrial workwear, arms folded.

The Farm

  • Oil on canvas
  • 110 x 100 cm
Minimalistic paintings of a group of animals on plain beige background featuring elephants, cows and goats amongst others.

When did it all begin?

  • Oil on canvas
  • 2020
Two shop dummies with one touching the other intimately on the back sitting against a minimalistic beige background.

The Museum Of Pacification, Classification and Subjugation x 90 cm

  • Oil on canvas
  • 130 x 90 cm
  • 2018
Painted image of wooden religious figure in deep anguish on minimalistic background.

This Land is Your Land? This Land is My Land!

  • Oil on canvas
  • 92 x 73 cm
  • 2019
Gold showroom dummy in yellow, sheer underwear.

Mirror

  • Oil on canvas
  • 127 x 90 cm
  • 2019
Bald, well-dressed figure seemingly admiring himself in mirror.

This Land is Your land ? This Land Is My Land ! 11

  • Oil on canvas
  • 92 x 73 cm
  • 2019
Mannequin in black bathing suit with a minimalistic beige background.

The Annunciation

  • Oil on canvas
  • 130 x 90 cm
  • 2019
Oil on canvas, black and white mannequin in dress sitting with minimalistic beige background.

A Brief History Of Desire

  • oil on canvas
  • 130 x 90 cm
  • 2018

Trans Time

  • Oil on canvas
  • 73 x 92 cm
  • 2017

Vermilion Sands The Tourist

Vermilion Sands The Tourist 2