The artwork titled “Juanito Remontando Un Barrilete” was created by the artist Antonio Berni in the year 1962. This piece belongs to the art movements of Social Realism and Pop Art and is a genre painting within the “Juanito Laguna” series.
In the artwork, a poignant scene is depicted where two children are engaged in flying a kite. The figures are rendered in a bold, graphic style reminiscent of Pop Art, characterized by its vivid colors and clean lines. The overall composition is dynamic, with the children’s postures and expressions conveying a sense of movement and engagement. The black and white contrasts, accentuated by splashes of color, emphasize the vitality and innocence of the children, reflecting Berni’s social realism approach. The background elements and details further enrich the visual narrative, contributing to the poignant social commentary of the piece.