Eden - Original

Eden - Original | Cathryn Ryan

In Eden, Cathryn Ryan celebrates the resilience of Aotearoa's native flora by housing a thriving pocket of forest within the sturdy, time-worn confines of a vintage enamel mug. Two tūī circle this miniature world, enhancing the sense of a protected sanctuary. A literal eden held in the palm of one's hand.

Rendered in acrylic on canvas, the work is a quiet meditation on contrast, where the nostalgia of a well-loved everyday object meets the enduring yet delicate spirit of New Zealand's natural landscape. Rich in detail and symbolism, Eden invites a moment of reflection on the beauty, resilience, and fragility of the world we seek to protect.

A captivating original work, Eden reflects Cathryn Ryan's distinctive ability to weave storytelling, nature, and memory into beautifully imagined compositions.

Dimensions:
Width - 750mm x Height - 1005mm