Shell Burst

Gala (an extract)
by Guillaume Apollinaire

Skyrocket burst of hardened steel
A charming light on this fair place
These technicians’ tricks appeal
Mixing with courage a little grace

Two star shells first
In rose pink burst
Two breasts you lay bare with a laugh
Offer their insolent tips
…………HERE LIES
ONE WHO COULD LOVE
………………some epitaph

• Acrylic on canvas board
• 59.4 x 84.1 cm (23 x 33 in)

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