Figuras (1928)
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"Figuras" (1928) by Joaquín Torres-García is a compelling piece that captures the essence of early 20th-century Avant-garde art with its unique blend of structural simplicity and emotional depth. This painting depicts a man and a woman standing side by side, rendered in a style that combines elements of cubism with an almost primitive form of expressionism.The man, dressed in a dark brown suit and lighter trousers, stands slightly turned towards the woman, giving him a posture that suggests a casual yet engaged demeanor. His facial features are simplified yet expressive, with marked eyebrows and eyes that seem to convey a contemplative mood. The woman, wearing a bright orange blouse and a green skirt, stands upright with her hands gently placed in front of her. Her face is characterized by bold, stark features including large eyes and a defined lip, which imbues her with a strong, almost statuesque presence.Behind these figures is a dark, textured background and a small, framed picture hanging on the wall, adding a layer of depth and context to the scene. The color palette is subdued, relying on earth tones that evoke a sense of groundedness and simplicity.Overall, "Figuras" exemplifies Torres-García's mastery in portraying human figures in a way that goes beyond mere representation, exploring the psychological and spiritual dimensions of his subjects.
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Joaquín Torres García was an Uruguayan/Spanish artist. He was born in Montevideo, Uruguay on July 28, 1874. As an adolescent he emigrated to Catalunya, Spain,where he initiated his career as an artist in 1891. For the next three decades, he embraced Catalan identity leading Barcelona’s and Europe's art and culture to its utmost vanguards. A ‘renaissance or universal man’; painter, sculptor, muralist, novelist, writer, teacher and theorist.