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Silence is a source of great strength.
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Thoth is a Swiss-born, Austrian-based artist who primarily works with Sumi ink and mineral pigments on Japanese Washi paper. His paintings are abstract, minimal, gestural and introspective, drawing inspiration from Eastern philosophies and aesthetics, and Western art movements such as Abstract Expressionism and Post-Minimalism. You are invited to read more about his background and personal approach.
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| Work
Thoth prefers to work in long-term series, regularly returning to explore new facets of the underlying concepts. In this way, all of his paintings can be attributed to one of the following seven groups of work.
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Taograms
gestural + calligraphic expressions
Ensō + Co.
circular forms
Contemplations
color field paintings
Lyricals
elusive impressions
Breath Meditations
repetitive markmaking
Condensed Matters
crystalline structures
Fragmentations
reclaimed + patched works
In addition to his paintings, Thoth regularly releases fine art giclée prints that merge his analog brushwork with a digital approach. This body of work is also organized into thematic series.
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West Meets East
black and white minimalism
Études Circulaires
a circular journey
Feng Shui
taoist cosmology and symbols
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Social |
Thoth is not a recluse but values working alone, focusing intently on his art and thoughts. Through Instagram, he opens a window to this ‘ivory tower,’ allowing for exchange with others and the sharing of inspiration. His social media presence is centered around his art and process, rather than personal visibility. If you would like to join him on this journey, you are very welcome!
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A significant portion of Thoth’s earlier work is connected to the exploration of symbols, colors, and Feng Shui. This remains true for many of his recent non-figurative and calligraphic pieces, which often incorporate signs and logograms, including Chinese characters and Japanese kanjis.
Symbols and the meaning of colors have always fascinated Thoth — both as an artist and a former communication designer. These elements are omnipresent in daily life, whether we are conscious of them or not, and they interact with us in ways we may not always recognize. Feel free to browse and discover his blog posts.
Blog |
The following selection will link you directly to the most popular blog posts.
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Five Heavenly Beasts
the five elements and its taoist symbols
The Circle Of Life
symbols based on circles
Fu, Lu, Shou – Luck To Go!
the famous gods of good fortune