Kobayashi’s artwork “Hekha Panther” features the iconic Pink Panther character with his tail stylized into the shape of the Egyptian symbol Hekha.
In ancient Egyptian culture, the Hekha symbol, often depicted as a shepherd’s crook, was associated with the god Osiris and became an insignia of pharaonic authority, representing royal power and dominion.
By merging a modern pop culture figure with ancient Egyptian symbolism, Kobayashi creates a piece that bridges contemporary themes with historical references, emphasizing concepts of power and authority.
