Philippe MARLATS, a French painter influenced by 20th-century figurative and abstract expressionists, explores two intertwined themes in his work: the Fall of Man and the depiction of Woman as an embodiment of Nature. His exploration of the Fall of Man goes beyond biblical allegory, delving into deeper meanings about humanity's place in life and the universe, grappling with concepts of Good and Evil.
In his spiritual and esoteric views, Marlats sees the feminine as a crucial pole of humanity and a fundamental cosmic force, embodying spontaneous vital energy. In contrast, the masculine represents a transcendent organizing principle. He emphasizes that the symbolism of the feminine should be understood in balance and complementarity with the masculine, neither superior nor inferior, but harmonizing to structure the universe.