This intricate and emotionally charged piece by Salvador Molina intertwines symbolism with vivid color to convey themes of struggle and perseverance. The central heart, wrapped in barbed wire, anchors the composition, representing pain and the heaviness of affliction. Surrounding it, an hourglass tips over, spilling sand into a vibrant landscape with contrasting elements of darkness and light. The stormy clouds above the hourglass and the calm beach scene in the distance illustrate the tension between hardship and fleeting moments of peace. The vibrant colors, such as the purple lettering, the rose, and the swirling blue and yellow patterns, emphasize the complexity of human emotions through both beauty and turmoil. The words “Times of Afflictions” etched on the ribbon reflect the constant battle between internal and external forces, making the viewer contemplate the cycles of suffering and hope.