A vulture clutches a heart, a delicate balance between survival and surrender. It’s not just about external forces that prey upon us—it’s about the internal struggle to hold on to what makes us who we are. The shadowed hand reaching for the heart is a reminder that passion, identity, and resilience are never fully lost, only threatened. The tally marks etched in gold whisper a silent count of battles fought—some lost, some won—but all survived. How many times can you get back up?

Original work by Papayon — Latin American contemporary artist based in Houston, TX. Oil on canvas, 16x17in. Certificate of authenticity included. Ships worldwide.