The Prodigal Son and the Father

The image reflects the parable of the prodigal son through an abstract, colorful depiction, featuring a central figure with an enigmatic face resembling geometric symbols, draped in a purple robe, embracing two individuals symbolizing reconciliation and forgiveness, while vibrant flames seem to erupt from an inner core symbolizing redemption; the background is awash with swirling shades of purples, greens, and reds, evoking chaos and emotion, contrasted by the peaceful expression in the scene's center, encapsulating a narrative of return, homecoming, and familial bonds in an imaginative and visually captivating manner.

The image reflects the parable of the prodigal son through an abstract, colorful depiction, featuring a central figure with an enigmatic face resembling geometric symbols, draped in a purple robe, embracing two individuals symbolizing reconciliation and forgiveness, while vibrant flames seem to erupt from an inner core symbolizing redemption; the background is awash with swirling shades of purples, greens, and reds, evoking chaos and emotion, contrasted by the peaceful expression in the scene's center, encapsulating a narrative of return, homecoming, and familial bonds in an imaginative and visually captivating manner.

Name/Title

The Prodigal Son and the Father

Entry/Object ID

2009.1.22

Description

A large, abstract figure in a purple robe encircles to figures in its arms. In the center of the large figure are flames and other people.

Type of Painting

Easel

Artwork Details

Medium

Acrylic

Category

Alumni Artist, On-Display at Calvin Seminary, Biblical, Biblical People, Abstract, Symbol, Ethnic, New Testament, Indigenous
People

Made/Created

Artist

Elmer Yazzie

Date made

2004

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

27 in

Width

30-1/2 in

Dimension Description

frame size

Height

32-1/4 in

Width

35-3/8 in

Exhibitions

Prodigal Son: January 7 - February 7, 2009 Center Art Gallery, Calvin College:
Loan - Prodigal @ South Grandville CRC – Grandville, MI: February 19 – April 9, 2009
Loan - Prodigal @ Bethlehem Church – Grand Rapids, MI: September 21 – November 10, 2009
Loan - Prodigal @ Beechwood Church – Holland, MI: February 17 – March 3, 2010
Loan - Prodigal @ 2nd Reformed Church, Zeeland, MI March 9 – May 18, 2010
Loan - Prodigal @ Dordt College – Sioux Center, IA: July 2 – October 8, 2010
Loan - Prodigal @ First Presbyterian Church – Midland, TX: February 22 – April 8, 2012
Loan - Prodigal @ Bella Vista Church – Rockford, MI: May 21 – July 23, 2012
Loan - Prodigal @ Elmhurst CRC, Elmhurst, IL January 10 – February 28, 2013
Loan - Prodigal @ Thornapple Covenant Church, Grand Rapids, MI: May 17 – 20, 2013
Loan - Prodigal @ First Congregational United Church of Christ, Washington DC September 3 – November 8, 2013
Loan - Prodigal @ First Presbyterian Church - Bonita Springs, Florida: March 10 - April 17, 2014
Loan - Prodigal @ Catholic Information Center, Grand Rapids, MI: February 18 - March 30, 2015
Loan - Prodigal @ First Congregational Church - Rockford, MI: October 9 - November 16, 2015
Loan - Prodigal @ First Presbyterian Church - Tulsa OK: February 1 - April 18, 2016
Loan - Prodigal Son @ 1st Presbyterian Church - Colorado Springs, CO: February 20 - April 21, 2017