Bearing Witness
Bearing Witness" is a series of 19 oil paintings structured after the Stations of the Cross. In the 62 days from her diagnosis with a brain tumor, to her departure, Charis Barasch — a devout Christian — literally manifested her theology. "Bearing Witness" expresses in words and text what was revealed to her husband, Philip in her final weeks. This exhibition embodies both a final wish and an act of unconditional love between husband and wife.
On April 29th, 2022, Charis Barasch--my wife of thirty two years--collapsed on our bathroom floor. This incident set into motion what would be her final 62 days.
Charis and I loved each other reciprocally, unconditionally for our entire adult lives. “Bearing Witness” is our last great agreement of unconditional love.
On April 29th, 2022, Charis Barasch--my wife of thirty two years--collapsed on our bathroom floor. This incident set into motion what would be her final 62 days.