A historic naval battle erupts in chaos—ships ablaze, sailors flailing in the waves—yet floating untouched is a plastic unicorn, absurdly serene. This cyanotype and oil painting collapses centuries and sensibilities, confronting catastrophe with kitsch. “Meanwhile…” is a reflection on selective awareness, willful distraction, and the surreal contrast between collective tragedy and personal escapism.

Original work by Papayon — Latin American contemporary artist based in Houston, TX. Cyanotype and oil mixed media on canvas, 54x54in. Certificate of authenticity included. Ships worldwide.