The Pelican And His Shadow
The Pelican and His Shadow by Zivile Rudzikaite-Matuzoniene is a quietly contemplative dialogue between presence and reflection - a meditation on solitude and self-awareness. The artist transforms the pelican into a symbol of introspection, its elongated form mirrored by a spectral double, almost dissolving into the deep, dark waters. The atmosphere is dense yet serene, an equilibrium of silence and meaning, where light barely breaks through the heavy sky, glimmering faintly on the horizon.
Rendered in muted greens and ochres, the painting feels both earthly and spiritual. Zivile’s brushwork, deliberate and textured, carries the rhythm of still water, while her nuanced tonal layering lends the bird a haunting dignity. The shadow beneath the surface becomes more than a reflection - it is the other self, the echo that accompanies every being, the unseen weight of existence that mirrors our quiet thoughts.
In The Pelican and His Shadow, Zivile Rudzikaite-Matuzoniene captures a poetic duality: the coexistence of light and obscurity, motion and pause, self and soul. The work invites contemplation of one’s own reflection - the part of us that is silent, faithful, and always watching. Through this delicate visual symphony, the artist reveals how even stillness can hold infinite depth.
Limited Edition & AuthenticityEach size is its own limited edition, from 50 prints in the smallest size to 10 in the largest. Every print is numbered and comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. Each artist receives a commission from every sale.
Museum-Grade MaterialsPrinted with archival pigment inks on Breathing Color Lyve, an OBA-free archival canvas made in the USA, then hand-coated with a matte finish that protects against UV light, moisture and scratches.
True to the OriginalCaptured by professional fine art photographers and color-matched to the original painting, not to a screen. Colors may look slightly different on your device.
Ready to HangGallery-wrapped on 1.5″ kiln-dried wood bars with mirrored edges, so nothing is cut from the front. Hanging hardware included.
Custom Sizes, Framing & Free MockupsCustom dimensions plus floating and classic frames available. Send us a photo of your wall for a free mockup. Interior designers, ask about trade pricing.
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