The artwork titled “Metamorphosis (Medieval)” was created by Manuel Rivera in the year 1961. It belongs to the Art Informel movement and is characterized as an abstract genre piece. The artwork exemplifies the non-traditional approach of the Art Informel movement, which focuses on the spontaneity and free-form aspects of artistic expression.
In this particular piece, the viewer is drawn to a central abstract form, somewhat resembling an intricate net or web, constructed from delicate, often intersecting lines and textures. The overall palette is subdued with dominant earthy tones of brown and yellow, accentuating the organic, almost biological feel of the composition. The juxtaposition of these colors, along with the irregular, mesh-like central feature, evokes a sense of transformation and metamorphosis, as suggested by the title. The rough, tactile quality of the surface further enhances the raw, expressive nature of the artwork, engaging viewers in exploring the transitions in forms and materials.
