The artwork titled “Portrait (Dulcinea)” by Marcel Duchamp, created in 1911 in France, is an oil painting on canvas that belongs to the Cubism art movement. It measures 146.4 x 114 cm and is categorized under figurative art. This piece is currently housed in the Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
In “Portrait (Dulcinea)”, Duchamp employs the principles of Cubism to deconstruct the form of a figure. The artwork is characterized by angular shapes and a fragmented representation that suggests multiple viewpoints. The use of earthy tones and the stylized portrayal of the figure emphasizes a departure from traditional representation towards abstraction. The figures are elongated and integrated into a complex composition, reflecting the Cubist interest in depicting subjects from various perspectives simultaneously. The brushstrokes are evident and contribute to the dynamic texture of the painting, enhancing the overall sense of movement and vibrancy.
