Rock art 

Walter Battiss created this painting titled Rock Art. It is filled with the looping, spiraling forms that echo ancient symbols found across continents. The spiral is more than just a shape; it’s a potent emblem of life’s cyclical nature. Think of the labyrinth of Crete, the spiraling staircases of Renaissance architecture, or even the coiled energy of a serpent. Each echoes the journey of the soul, a quest for meaning through twists and turns. These motifs evoke the subconscious. They resonate with our deepest memories, a reminder that history is not linear but a continuous, spiraling dance. Notice how the rhythm in this painting mimics the swells and ebbs of emotions. It’s a visual symphony, engaging us on a primal, subconscious level. The spiral’s journey continues, ever-changing yet always recognizable. Each appearance builds upon the last, adding another layer to its rich, collective narrative. This painting reminds us that symbols are not static, but perpetually evolving reflections of our shared human experience.