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Datzel’s real name is David. He lives in the land of Tequila and Mariachis — Guadalajara, Mexico. Elements related to joy, lively colors, and big celebrations in Latinamerica and many parts of the world. Not the case for Datzel’s art.
In this particular NFT — called Placebo — we see a young man sitting in a praying or meditating-like position. He is wearing formal dark gray attire. A perfectly symmetric line cuts the top of his head, but there is no blood or signs of pain. On top of his head floats a circle surrounded by a ring, which reminds me of Saturn. The scene takes place late at night and in a forest. Mushrooms the size of his legs surround him while his body points straight to a tree.
Perhaps what makes the particular piece so unique is the tree itself. There is another entity coming out of it. Although it is dark, you can easily spot the eyes of this entity looking at the man. In addition, there is a white aura surrounding the entity’s face and creating some mystery to the whole creation.
When asked about his inspiration for this piece, David mentioned the famous and iconic German painter David Caspar Friedrich.
