Boschiana 1978

Oleksandr Aksinin created 'Boschiana' using the printmaking technique of etching. The intricate, otherworldly detail in this image is achieved through a painstaking process. Aksinin would have coated a metal plate with a waxy, acid-resistant substance, then carefully scratched away lines to expose the metal beneath. Dipping the plate in acid would then bite into these exposed lines, creating grooves that would hold ink. The resulting print has a distinctive texture and depth, perfectly suited to Aksinin's surreal vision. The otherworldly, dreamlike quality of 'Boschiana' is enhanced by the tactile nature of the etching. The sheer labor involved speaks to the meticulous skill of the artist. Aksinin’s choice of printmaking reflects a desire to democratize art, making it accessible beyond the elite circles of painting and sculpture. It bridges the gap between the handcrafted and the mass-produced, reminding us that even in the digital age, the touch of the human hand remains powerful.