Kristian Hornsleth's artwork "Easy" is a yellow and eye-catching piece that on the surface seems easily accessible, but which, upon closer inspection, contains complex and provocative elements. A fun and unexpected fun fact about the work is that it contains several abstract representations of vaginas, each equipped with sharp teeth. These symbols can be seen as a play on the power and fear of sexuality, as well as an exploration of the duality of femininity as both seductive and dangerous.
The sharp teeth in the abstract shapes create a tension between attraction and repulsion, underscoring Hornsleth’s tendency to challenge the viewer’s comfort zone and question social taboos. The bright yellow background enhances the work’s visual shock, while underscoring its humorous yet serious nature, typical of Hornsleth’s provocative style.
This art poster is a reproduction of Danish artist Kristian von Hornsleth's original painting called “EASY”. 70 x 50 cm.
"It's EASY - any child could do this - or could they?"
With this work Hornsleth revisits familiar themes by consciously confronting critics with a deliberately simple piece. The work entitled Easy is directed at critics who claim he produces too much work or that it lacks skill. But maybe it is quite the opposite - is it easy because it is super personal and it pours out naturally?
This is also one of only a few works by Hornsleth, in which there is no black paint - a metaphor for anxiety - reflecting the ease he takes in confronting critics.
