“Espejo Sonámbulo,” created by Manuel Rivera in 1989, is an abstract artwork that belongs to the Art Informel movement. The artwork showcases an ethereal and captivating composition reflective of its title, which translates to “Sleepwalking Mirror.”
In the artwork, Rivera employs a tactile and layered approach, utilizing a mesh-like material that creates a depth of field and a sense of movement. The central portion of the piece is marked by a folding and overlapping of the mesh, giving it an almost three-dimensional quality. Hues of red subtly emerge from beneath the layers, adding an intriguing focal point amidst the grayscale fabric that dominates the scene. The interplay of light and shadow, along with the texture of the materials, evokes a sense of somnolent introspection, allowing the viewer to become engulfed in its abstract complexities. The combined elements contribute to an overall impression of mystery and depth, characteristic of the Art Informel genre.
