Ypres Deja Vu by Irena Massarella
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Finally completed to commemorate the centenary of the end of World War I, this painting titled ‘Ypres Déjà Vu’, depicts good versus bad represented by lush bright fields and dark menacing clouds. Thick black smoke form clouds which hold memories of past battles. It is hard to believe that the picturesque landscape and buildings including St Martin’s Cathedral in Ypres, Belgium were destroyed in World War I. ‘They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them.’ Laurence Binyon #ypres #worldwar1 #lestweforget #lestweforget?? #lestweforget?? @dedhamartsociety2018 Winton Oil on canvas board, 16”x12”.
About the Artist
Irena Massarella
Ever since Irena was a child she had an interest in craft making and art. However very rarely had the opportunity or time to pursue this interest, only occasionally picking up a paint brush to dabble with watercolour. In the spring of 2017 much internet trolling put Irena in touch with a small…
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