The Breakfast Club
100 × 160 cm
Oil on canvas
1999
Signed (front and back)
Selwyn Senatori is known for his narrative paintings that combine personal memories, cinematic references, and elements from popular culture. His work often evokes a sense of nostalgia and resembles a still frame in film: a moment full of atmosphere, tension, and suggestion. Senatori's painting style is recognizable by his loose brushwork, warm use of color, and dreamy, sometimes slightly melancholic tone. His work has been collected internationally and is regularly offered on (inter)national art platforms.
The title The Breakfast Club refers to the iconic film The Breakfast Club by director John Hughes. This 1985 cult classic revolves around five high school students who meet during a Saturday detention and gradually reveal their differences, insecurities, and personal stories. The film symbolizes youth culture, identity, and underlying emotions—themes that resonate well with Senatori's oeuvre.
In this painting, Senatori translates that cinematic and emotional charge into images. The everyday moment takes on a deeper meaning and invites the viewer to construct their own story. This makes The Breakfast Club not only a powerful visual work but also an intriguing narrative painting that appeals to both art and film enthusiasts.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsRedMaterialCanvasNumber of items1ArtistsSelwyn SenatoriOrientationLandscapeArt sizeLargeHeight100 cmWidth160 cm