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Here we see an undated, untitled painting by Zdzislaw Beksinski, in which he evokes powerful symbols of decay and endurance. The crumbling architecture, with its skeletal towers and ghostly veils, recalls the grand cathedrals of Europe, once symbols of spiritual and temporal power. These structures, seemingly eroded by time and shrouded in an almost funereal mist, speak to the transience of human achievement. Think of the Tower of Babel, a symbol of humanity's ambition and its inevitable fall. Similarly, Beksinski's cathedral is haunted by the past, a reminder that even the most imposing structures are subject to entropy. This motif of decay is deeply embedded in our collective consciousness, recurring in art and literature across centuries. Subconsciously, we recognize it as a symbol of our own mortality, engaging us on a visceral level. However, it's not just about death, but a cyclical rebirth, and the continuation of cultural memory. This haunting, cyclical journey reflects our deepest fears and hopes.