from today’s sketchbook: Sky Hovers Earth

I’m seeing a Jungian. In his rather bleak waiting room he has a nice collection of art books. Most of the books are devoted to art of ancient peoples, Egypt and the rest of Africa, the Fertile Crescent, the Americas,  typical shrink taste ; I like looking through them.  

Today as I was poring over a book devoted to the old gods of the Nile, I stumbled upon images that drove me to distraction in my youth : nubile sky maidens arcing over ithyphallic earth gods.

I felt inspired to make a quick sketch, reversing the roles a bit in keeping with the Greek tradition . I finished the sketch at home, this is the result.

I wonder what the Jungian would say?

Although not the original inspiration, it is in the same spirit. I think it is marvelous.

Well, must dash, the spouse man’s train should arrive shortly, must pick him up at the station; i sound like a Connecticut housewife.

Take care and happy Thanksgiving,

LG

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