I know why caged birds sing

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In a surreal, minimalist oil painting, a large, ornate golden birdcage is centrally suspended from above by a thin rod, illuminated by a bright, focused beam of light from directly overhead. Inside the birdcage, a group of approximately 15-20 stylized, faceless figures, some distinctly male and female, stand closely together in a circular arrangement, facing inwards as if in counsel or contemplation. Their skin tones range from pale peach to light brown, contrasting with the metallic bars of the cage.

Below the birdcage, directly underneath, a dark, circular recess or void is depicted on the ground, also illuminated by indirect light reflecting from the birdcage's platform. The background is a stark, ethereal landscape dominated by shades of muted blue-green, giving a slightly foggy or atmospheric effect. Abstract, architectural forms resembling decorative pillars, stylized plants, and geometric structures emerge from the mist on both sides of the central birdcage, fading into the distance. These background elements are rendered in lighter tones of the blue-green, almost ghost-like. The overall lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between the bright spotlight and the hazy, receding background, creating a sense of depth and mystery. The image evokes themes of confinement, observation