2018 – may luck accompany you

Description

The painting depicts what appears to be a group of people engaged in a game or gambling, set in a richly colored and somewhat abstracted environment. The central focus is a game table, illustrated with a large red surface, featuring a target-like area where a dart has landed in the center. Beside the target are a pair of oversized dice and symbols commonly associated with gambling or chance – the number “8” which often signifies luck, and the infinity symbol, perhaps alluding to the infinite possibilities of chance.

A series of figures surround the table. To the left, a group of five men in formal attire – some with bow ties and jackets – is presented, each with unique facial expressions and hairstyles, and some holding what appear to be chips or money. Their attention seems focused on the game or on their bets, as their gaze does not meet the viewer. Their portrayal is stylized with an emphasis on bold, defining strokes, and a restricted, somewhat muted color palette.

The woman on the right stands in contrast, both in color and expression. She is centrally placed behind the target, her arms raised in what might be a gesture of excitement or despair, suggesting she is closely involved with the outcome of the game. Her red dress echoes the color of the table, creating a visual connection between her and the activity of the game. She seems to be caught in a moment of strong emotion, possibly reflecting the high stakes of the situation.

Above the group, the ceiling or sky is depicted in dark hues, contrasting sharply with the brightness of the game table and adding a sense of drama to the scene. The artwork has a dynamic feel, suggesting movement and energy, and the use of perspective draws the viewer’s eye toward the center of the action. The painting could be interpreted as a commentary on luck, risk, and the emotional highs and lows associated with gambling.