Natasha Lelenco, Currency #253, 2025, Mixed Media on Wood for sale at Pamono

Description

Currency #253 is a striking piece from Natasha Lelencos Currencies series, featuring a hyperrealistic male profile painted in acrylic on a circular wooden panel. The subject is depicted with meticulous detail, his features bathed in subtle hues that harmonize with the rich purple background. Encircling the portrait is the Spanish phrase: Mi hogar? Aqu. Pero falta algo., which translates to My home? Here. But something is missing. The phrase invites viewers to reflect on themes of belonging, displacement, and the emotional complexity of home, resonating with personal and collective narratives of migration. The vibrant yellow text contrasts vividly against the purple backdrop, emphasizing the artworks conceptual and visual intensity. As part of the Currencies series, this piece reimagines the traditional concept of coins by replacing national symbols with anonymous faces and evocative phrases. The result is a thought-provoking exploration of value, identity, and the human condition. Technical Details: Series: Currencies Medium: Acrylic and mixed media on treated pine wood Dimensions: 26 cm diameter, 2 cm thickness (10.24 x 0.79 inches) Inscription: Spanish text with English translation Condition: New, direct from the artists studio Presentation: Ready to hang About the Series: Natasha Lelencos Currencies series transforms coins into conceptual artworks that delve into themes of migration, identity, and the arbitrary nature of value. Each piece is designed to function both individually or as part of a larger installation, offering collectors the flexibility to create meaningful narratives within their collections. About the Artist: Natasha Lelenco is a Moldovan-born artist recognized for her figurative and conceptual works. Her art has been exhibited internationally, exploring themes of belonging, cultural hybridity, and the constructs of value. Through her series, Lelenco invites viewers to engage deeply with questions of identity and shared human experiences.