The artwork “Ninos,” created by Rufino Tamayo in 1924, is a representative piece of the Expressionism movement and is categorized within the genre painting genre. The image captures two children in an outdoor setting, distinguished by their vivid yet subdued colors and the emotional depth typically associated with Expressionism.
In the artwork, the children, one wearing a white dress and the other dressed in a simple shirt and shorts, walk hand in hand across a verdant landscape. The figure on the left holds a small bouquet of flowers, adding a tender element to the scene. The sky appears to be overcast, contributing to the somber yet intimate mood. The simplicity and innocence portrayed in their expressions and postures reflect an exploration of human emotions and relationships, hallmark characteristics of Tamayo’s work within the Expressionism movement.
