Awakening. Alice in Wonderland 1977

Oleksandr Aksinin created this print, titled "Awakening. Alice in Wonderland", during a time of political and artistic constraint in the Soviet Union. Aksinin’s works often utilize the imagery of dreams to explore psychological and philosophical depths. This piece stands as a powerful commentary on the search for identity and meaning within a society that often stifled individual expression. The print invokes both the wonder and the disorienting aspects of self-discovery. The geometric forms suggest a structured, almost architectural space, yet the ethereal quality and the title indicate a world of fantasy and the unconscious. Aksinin's "Alice" is not merely a depiction of a children's story; it's an invitation to ponder the awakening of consciousness. This piece resonates deeply, reminding us of the importance of imagination and self-reflection.