Tree of Life
Type of product: acrylic and luminescent paints applied to the surface of a missile shell fragment
Date and location of collecting debris: 2022, Ukraine, Kherson region
Artwork Details:
Ukrainians are a free nation, free like birds. For hundreds of years, our ancestors paved the way for us to freedom, independence, and love - in the fight against our eternal enemies, the Muscovites.
Artist: Tetyana Frey
In Echoes of Conflict, artist Tetyana Frey transforms remnants of war into powerful works of art, painting directly onto fragments of missiles to create a moving tribute to resilience and renewal. Set against the harsh textures of destruction, her vibrant compositions explore the tension between violence and beauty, chaos and harmony. Some of the works draw inspiration from iconic Ukrainian artists such as Kazimir Malevich, Maria Prymachenko, Ivan Aivazovsky, and Arkhip Kuindzhi, echoing their styles while forging a deeply personal response to contemporary conflict.
Each piece reflects the human stories behind the conflict in Ukraine - solidarity, hope, and survival - while challenging viewers to confront the realities of war. By reclaiming instruments of violence as artworks, Frey not only honours those affected by war but also reclaims the power of creation in the face of devastation, offering a stirring meditation on the enduring strength of the human spirit.
Each piece has been described by an artist herself and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, detailing the date, signature, and other unique attributes of the artwork.