Tempus Amoris XII
Tempus Amoris XII
Artist Statement:
Tempus Amoris XII - Agapornis Roseicollis Green Back on Peacock Apple
Lovebirds (Agapornis roseicollis) perching on a Delftware apple.
As their names suggests, lovebirds symbolise love, long-term commitment, and care. They are the archetypal representation of the soulmate connection.
The exquisite porcelain apples, created in time-honoured Delft craftmanship, symbolise good health and future joy.
Tempus Amoris means ‘Time to Love’ in Latin.
It symbolises the magnitude of Love in all its forms - from passion, tenderness, and deep affection, to devotion, attachment, and genuine friendship.
This premise stretches beyond humanity to include flor and fauna.
There is no Love without kindness.
Dimensions: 180mm (w) x 240mm (h)
Year: 2024
Medium: Acrylic on panel
Framing Specifications: High gloss white tray frame
Framed Dimensions: 220mm (w) x 280mm (h)
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Lorena Kloosterboer
Lorena Kloosterboer is a Dutch-Argentine artist who creates visual poetry through her use of colours, light, shadows, textures and reflections.
Inspired the Dutch Golden Ages still-lifes, Lorena depicts a variety of subject matter striving for an elegant, timeless yet contemporary look.
Currently working in acrylic, Lorena’s work conveys her thoughts about life through metaphors and symbolism. This symbolism—representing higher ideals, such as wisdom, awareness, and growth—may not be immediately obvious, yet Lorena believes these messages reach the consciousness of those open to them.
Currently based in Belgium, Lorena’s work has been exhibited in over 150 galleries, 30 museum exhibition, and 15 countries. Her work has received various prestigious awards and been published in multiple magazines and books including a book by art historian Professor Katlijne Van der Stighelen entitled Vrouwenstreken, Unforgettable Female Painters from the Low Countries from 1550 until today, where she is named as one of the 100 most noteworthy women artists of the Low Countries.