Portrait of Madesta and Inesita (1939) by Diego Rivera

Portrait of Madesta and Inesita - Diego Rivera - 1939

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait of Madesta and Inesita
ArtistDiego Rivera
Date1939
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions99 x 69 cm
Art MovementNaïve Art (Primitivism)
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Portrait of Madesta and Inesita

The artwork, titled “Portrait of Madesta and Inesita,” was created by Diego Rivera in 1939. Executed in oil on canvas, the painting measures 99 by 69 centimeters. It falls under the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is classified as a genre painting. Currently, the artwork resides in a private collection.

Depicted in the artwork are two figures, a woman and a child. The woman, who is dressed in a purple blouse and a brown shawl with stripes, holds the child securely on her lap. The child is adorned in a pink dress with white polka dots and displays a cheerful, brightly smiling expression. The warm, earthy tones of their skin and clothing contrast with the cooler, pastel background, blending simplicity with a profound sense of intimacy and affection. The naive and unrefined style characteristic of Primitivism is evident in Rivera’s straightforward depiction of his subjects, exuding a sense of purity and genuineness.

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