Reflection 

Kun Wang's 'Reflection' presents us with a portrait of a young woman, her head adorned with a wreath of blueberries and foliage. This wreath is not merely decorative; it echoes ancient symbols of triumph, virtue, and the cyclical rhythm of nature’s seasons. Consider the wreaths of laurel bestowed upon victors in classical times. Now, observe how this motif reappears in Renaissance paintings, often crowning allegorical figures representing Spring or Flora. Here, the wreath takes a more subtle form, rendered with blueberries, symbols of abundance and perhaps even hints of melancholy, given their fleeting ripeness. The closed eyes invite introspection and a sense of inner contemplation. The motif of the closed eyes reminds us of those figures on Roman sarcophagi, eternally asleep, but also the romantic pre-Raphaelite paintings depicting the "sleeping beauties." This cyclical motif emphasizes the subconscious and the potential for rebirth. It's a potent symbol, constantly reinvented, reminding us of art's enduring capacity to stir deep emotional responses.