Death Quote by Chris Ofili
“'Death & the Roses' came out of ideas about flagellation and guilt and from looking at Piero della Francesca's 'The Flagellation of Christ.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Review, 2005
The artwork draws from themes of self‑punishment and guilt, inspired by Piero della Francesca’s painting.
In simple terms: The piece mixes personal guilt with historic art.
Explore personal themes through historic references.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gallery exhibitions
- personal therapy
- art education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal struggles does this evoke?
- How does historic art influence modern work?
Interpretation can be subjective.