Sofa 1936

This drawing, made by Nicholas Gorid, presents a sofa adorned with a striking motif: the stylized acanthus leaf. The acanthus, prominent in its golden hue, winds its way across the sofa's frame. In ancient Greece, this leaf embellished Corinthian capitals, symbolizing enduring life and renewal, often seen in monuments meant to last through the ages. Over time, this motif spread throughout classical art and architecture, reappearing during the Renaissance and beyond, each time imbued with a sense of historical grandeur. Consider its presence here. Is it merely ornamentation, or does it evoke a deeper resonance? Perhaps, on a subconscious level, the viewer feels the weight of history, a connection to the past grandeur embedded within this simple form. This sofa then becomes more than furniture, a link in a chain of cultural memory, reflecting the evolving human desire for comfort and beauty.