Royalty

Size:44 x 44 in.

Maxim’s original painting Royalty (39 x 39 inches) is a commanding work that captures both vulnerability and strength in a single, striking portrait. A young figure, eyes closed and chin raised, is rendered in stark contrast against a dreamy blue sky, their silhouette cut from shadow like a stencil of self-possession. Above their head, a gold crown—formed from intertwined, stylised figures—floats with regal authority, suggesting unity, resilience, and inherited dignity.

The subject appears calm, almost meditative, exuding quiet power. There is an emotional clarity to the image, reinforced by the simplicity of its palette and the deliberate, high-contrast execution. The sky behind them feels limitless, as if the weight of expectation and identity is countered by a sense of spiritual elevation.

Maxim, one third of the iconic British band The Prodigy, brings his passion for surrealism and social critique into every piece of his visual art. Deeply personal and often confronting, his works hold space for both outrage and hope. Royalty is a celebration of inner strength and a reminder of overlooked nobility in everyday people.

For Maxim, art is a vehicle for truth. Influenced by Dali, Bosch, and a love of the unexpected, he crafts images that challenge perception while honouring the human spirit.