Portrait de Martin Luis Guzman (1915) by Diego Rivera

Portrait de Martin Luis Guzman - Diego Rivera - 1915

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait de Martin Luis Guzman
ArtistDiego Rivera
Date1915
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions72.3 x 59.3 cm
Art MovementCubism

About Portrait de Martin Luis Guzman

The artwork, titled “Portrait de Martin Luis Guzman,” was created by the renowned artist Diego Rivera in 1915. Employing the medium of oil on canvas, this painting is a representative piece of the Cubism art movement. Measuring 72.3 by 59.3 centimeters, the piece is classified under the portrait genre, capturing the essence and visage of its subject through a distinctive Cubist lens.

In the artwork, Rivera employs a complex interplay of geometric shapes and fragmented planes, characteristic of Cubism, to depict the subject’s face and form. The composition combines bold, angular lines with a diverse palette of colors, juxtaposing muted tones with vibrant hues. The subject’s features are abstracted into a series of interlocking shapes, which together form a cohesive yet fragmented portrait, reflecting the unique aesthetic sensibilities of the Cubist movement. The distribution of colors and forms creates a dynamic visual experience, emphasizing both the structural and emotive aspects of the portrait. The use of texture and layering adds depth to the composition, inviting the viewer to explore the multifaceted dimensions of the subject’s personality and presence.

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