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Sandman and Desire (2021)

Artist: Alex Maleev (Painter)

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Title:	Sandman and Desire (2021)
Artist:	Alex Maleev (Painter)
Media Type:	Paint - Watercolor
Art Type:	Illustration
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	574
Likes on CAF:	4 5
Comments:	4
Added to Site:	7/31/2023
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Description

I came across this piece while thumbing through the portfolio which Alex brought to Lake Como Comic Art Festival. The conversation was something like:

"Tell me about this."

"It's Sandman and Desire. My wife was the model for Desire."

(After looking through the whole portfolio) "I'd like this one."

"You... want to buy my wife?"

"No way! I already have a wife, and she lets me come to Lake Como!"

What I do want is art that reflects the heart of the artist, and what is closer to our hearts than our family? It seems to me from the additional image that Sandman bears more than a passing resemblance to Maleev himself, making this a family portrait. It's a lovely piece I was happy to get.

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Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 7/31/2023

I love Sandman and have always admired this artists work. That's a great story and you had the perfect comeback. This thumbs up grapeape approved.

Harry Utomo
Member Since 2012

1 - Posted on 8/1/2023

Lovely

artless artmore
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 8/1/2023

Love the mood and lighting in this! Maleev is so good

Edward Gulane
Member Since 2007

1 - Posted on 1/15/2024

Amazing!

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