The artwork titled “Galo” by Aldemir Martins belongs to the Naive Art movement, specifically Primitivism, and is categorized under the animal painting genre. This piece presents a stylized, colorful representation of a rooster, emblematic of Martins’ vibrant and simplistic aesthetic.
The rooster in the image is composed of bold, flat areas of color with minimal shading or detail, characteristic of Naive Art. The use of bright, contrasting colors such as red, blue, green, and yellow adds vibrancy to the image. The shapes are rounded and exaggerated, especially noticeable in the rooster’s large feet, the pronounced shapes of its comb and tail feathers, and the circular motifs that suggest fluff or feather detailing. The background is plain, which brings the viewer’s attention to the rooster itself. The composition is bold, with a playful and almost child-like quality to it, showcasing Martins’ distinctive style that celebrates form and color over realistic depiction.