Anna Szóstak, Parisian rat

Oil on canvas, 50x50 cm

In a charming interpretation of a classic portrait, this charming work of art combines with finesse the sophistication of a French intellectual with the charming grace of a rodent protagonist. The figure - an elegant rat in a beret, gracefully smoking a pipe - evokes a sense of witty satire. The rich, earthy palette of browns and blacks has been masterfully used, creating a warm, intimate backdrop that draws the viewer into the intriguing narrative.

Executed with brushwork precision, the contrasts between the soft fur and smooth texture of the beret and pipe highlight the artist's technical skill. Gentle smoke swirling in the air adds dynamism, deepening the space and movement in the composition. Echoes of realism and absurdity intertwine, providing a playful nod to the timeless elegance of the old masters while maintaining a modern, humorous tone.
Can a painting come to life? Can time stop and flow at the same time? Discover this work of art in a mysterious 3D animation in which the line between art and reality blurs in magical motion.

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Do you dare to look beyond reality?
CIRCLE STUDIO

Anna is a native of Poland from the small town of Skarżysko-Kamienna. She was born on 10.08.1985. Art has always been present in her life. In the graduation year of 2002 her first author's exhibition of drawing "Sin" .
For her studies she went to Cracow, first applied graphics, which she discontinued, then re-socialization pedagogy.
The next step was an experimental trip to Germany where, after a year, she opened her tattoo studio and atelier which still functions today. For many years her main occupation was tattooing, but it was not enough where she could pour all her emotions.
For a long time she couldn't find her way in life and searched for herself until she rediscovered oil paints. - "painting is the only way I can follow, it gives me peace, it is the most important love and therapy, no one really knows how many thoughts and feelings are hidden in these paintings..."
He draws inspiration from the Baroque period, fairy tales and nature-creating new characters or giving animals human characteristics.

2024r. Started cooperation with the Desa Unicum auction house
2024r. Started cooperation with Art in House gallery and auction house.
2025r. Participated in an international competition and exhibition at the London Art Bienale.