Concerning the Meal
- Artist
- Bernard Cohen
- Date
- 1980
- Style
- Lyrical abstraction
- Genre
- Abstract
"Concerning the Meal" is a compelling painting that blends Lyrical abstraction with Abstract elements to evoke complex emotions surrounding mortality and societal rituals. Though the title references a meal, the artwork subtly alludes to the act of hanging, a historical method of capital punishment dating back to ancient times, including Homer’s mention in the Odyssey. The piece's abstract forms challenge viewers to confront themes of life, death, and the human condition, making it both visually striking and thought-provoking.
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