For centuries, regions of the Indian subcontinent were ruled by kings known as Rajas. Though their roles and responsibilities invariably changed over time, they remained permanent fixtures of Indian society. After the establishment of the British Raj in 1858 however, India was officially subsumed into the British Empire, raising questions about the position of the Rajas within the hierarchy of the imperialsystem.

The triptych "Oriental Moon Elexir" has a close connection to the secrets known by rajas and initiates.

Triptychon
Triptych
Öl auf Leinwand
Oil on canvas
40 x 123 x 7,5 cm
15,8 x 48,4 x 3 in
2022 - 2024