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Since we can only see the woman’s back, the viewer can insert themselves into the scene. Thus, they become forced to reckon with the themes of betrayal and despair present in their own lives.
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The painting leaves the viewer with a sense of the tranquility of nature interrupted by the beautiful chaos of life.
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However, the cool blue tones used in the painting also add an tinge of sadness to this scene and seem to suggest the woman’s isolation not merely from worry, but also from human warmth and affection.
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The ocean serves as a siren call, extending its influence over everything around it and calling her away from the drabness of the land.
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The painting exists somewhere between devastating violence and passionate warmth, drawing the viewer in while simultaneously making them fear what they might find within their own subconscious.
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