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The symbolism in “Afghan Rollercoaster” is, as expected, a rollercoaster of emotions and interpretations. The painting itself is an older work by Bobkin, and the original title contained a reference to the Middle East, where his characteristic style is unmistakable. An Afghan boy, surrounded by vast emptiness. The character appears uncomfortable in his surroundings, all depicted with minimalist brushstrokes. Also unmistakable is how the loop of the… rollercoaster is depicted as the symbol for infinity (∞). An endless track up and down, doomed to repeat itself, as if a reference to history itself and the patterns we just can’t seem to break.
Afghan Rollercoaster | 120 x 150 cm | oil on linen
Edition: Original oil painting
Provenance: Directly from the artist
Alexander Bobkin (1952), born in Siberia and based in Nijmegen since 1991, is an artist whose paintings trace a fascinating journey along the boundaries of reality. His works are imbued with a spiritual and mystical atmosphere, transforming the everyday into a source of profound meaning.
Ordinary objects and encounters — the sorrow of a weeping hare, the presence of a glass of water, or fleeting human interactions — are elevated into symbolic stories, rendered in oil on large, striking canvases. Bobkin’s art is not merely a reflection of the world around us, but a passage into the essence of our cultural heritage. His paintings serve as windows to the human soul, bridging the ordinary and the transcendent, and anchoring mysticism in paint.
His unique vision invites viewers to explore the deeper layers of life, uncover hidden meanings, and embrace the mysteries of existence. Today, his works are part of museum, gallery, and private collections worldwide.