Celestial Timepiece.
Oil colour painting on canvas measuring 76cm x 105cm (40” x 30”).
This is a painting of a celestial timepiece. Each
hour is represented by a celestial body or event. The clock depicts the
eternal passage of time.
Supernova (12:00):Representation: Represents midnight or the end of a day. Explanation:
Supernovae are powerful explosions that mark the end of a massive
star's life. Symbolically, it aligns with the end of the day, leading to
the birth of a new celestial cycle.
White Dwarf (1:00): Representation: Represents the beginning of a new day. Explanation:
White dwarfs are the remnants of stars that have exhausted their
nuclear fuel. They represent the quiet and calm start of a new day,
mirroring the peaceful aftermath of stellar evolution.
Orion Nebula (2:00): Representation: Represents the second hour. Explanation:
The Orion Nebula is a vibrant stellar nursery. Its representation at
the second hour symbolizes the continuation of celestial processes and
the birth of new stars.
Quasar (3:00): Representation: Represents the third hour. Explanation:
Quasars are extremely luminous and energetic centers of distant
galaxies. At the third hour, they symbolize a burst of energy and
activity in the celestial realm.
Galactic Center (4:00): Representation: Represents the fourth hour. Explanation:
The galactic center, often harboring a supermassive black hole,
signifies a central point in the galaxy. It represents stability and
order in the celestial timepiece.
Binary Star System (5:00): Representation: Represents the fifth hour. Explanation:
Binary star systems, where two stars orbit each other, symbolize
companionship and partnership. At the fifth hour, it marks the middle
point of the celestial cycle.
Planetary Rings (6:00 AM): Representation: Represents sunrise or the beginning of the second half of the cosmic day. Explanation:
Planetary rings, such as those around Saturn, represent the beauty and
grace in the cosmos. At 6:00 AM, they mark the awakening of new
possibilities and opportunities.
Pulsar (7:00): Representation: Represents the seventh hour. Explanation:
Pulsars are highly magnetized, rotating neutron stars that emit beams
of electromagnetic radiation. At the seventh hour, they symbolize
rhythmic and pulsating energy in the celestial landscape.
Saturn's Rings (8:00): Representation: Represents the eighth hour. Explanation:
Saturn's rings represent the beauty and elegance in the celestial
system. At the eighth hour, it signifies a stage of maturity and
refinement in the cosmic timeline.
Asteroid Belt (9:00): Representation: Represents the ninth hour. Explanation:
The asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter is a region with numerous
small celestial bodies. At the ninth hour, it signifies a phase of
activity and movement in the celestial timepiece.
Solar Flare (10:00): Representation: Represents the tenth hour. Explanation:
Solar flares are sudden and intense bursts of energy from the Sun. At
the tenth hour, they symbolize a burst of vitality and power in the
celestial cycle.
Black Hole (11:00): Representation: Represents the eleventh hour. Explanation:
Black holes, with their intense gravitational pull, symbolize a point
of mystery and contemplation. At the eleventh hour, they mark a moment
of reflection and transition towards the end of the day.
