Agnieszka Żak - The Sun, diptych, 2026

Like the World card, the Sun card in the Tarot is considered a good omen; it is numbered XIX and depicts the world bathed in sunlight. Most often, in classical depictions, the centre of the card features an image of the Sun, with a green flower garden painted below. It signifies happiness, particularly in one’s love life, as well as sincere friendship and trust. It also symbolises a happy childhood. In the reversed position, it has the opposite meaning, symbolising loneliness and rejection; it speaks of stubbornness, rage, arrogance, an overinflated ego, pessimism, depression, illness, loss and setbacks. My painting evokes a strong, expressive energy; the form buzzes with life, and the composition takes the shape of an exploding bottle of champagne, symbolising glory, growth, wealth, self-confidence, itality, masculine energy, promotion, achievements, liberation, purity, gratitude and life. The painting depicts a yellow fabric with floral patterns; behind it, in the background, is a metallic heat-retaining foil. The sun heralds joy, vigour, optimism and enlightenment. It speaks to the fact that the human mind and one’s inner self are inextricably linked. Thanks to the experiences gained, a person is now aware of their strength and abilities. They are filled with optimism and are now able to control themselves. They are able to find their bearings perfectly in space and time. My composition refers to works of art such as Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers, Claude Monet’s yellow versions of Rouen Cathedral, or Bonnard’s sunny, impressionist compositions.

Category: Painting

Artistic style: Abstract

Technique: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 160 cm x 65 cm (x 2)

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