Original artwork
In La chute ascendante, Manon Potvin transports us into a dreamlike world where the laws of nature seem to reverse themselves. Above a peaceful sea, an imposing cathedral-like structure rises toward the sky, while its reflection extends into a vertiginous waterfall, creating a fascinating dialogue between above and below.
In the foreground, a bird with outstretched wings, adorned with mysterious golden gears, seems to embody the meeting of mechanics and living nature. Farther away, a vessel with a red sail navigates near this unusual cascade, adding a sense of travel and exploration.
Through this symbolically rich composition, the artist invites us to look beyond appearances and question our perception of reality. Between sky and sea, movement and stillness, La chute ascendante evokes transformation, freedom, and the mind’s ability to rise even when everything seems to pull us downward.