The artwork, titled “The Woman Who Was Jealous,” was created by Beatrice Wood in 1985. It is a portrait and symbolic painting belonging to the Neo-Dada art movement.
In this artwork, three abstract female figures are drawn with simple lines and minimalistic features. The expressions and postures of the figures suggest interplay of emotions. The figure in the top left appears to be smiling, indicative of a complex and perhaps mocking demeanor. The central figure has a serene expression, while the figure in the bottom right looks visibly upset or discontented. The trio is depicted with faintly overlapping lines, depicting a sense of interconnectedness and emotional tension. Around these figures, subtle shades of red highlight the background, symbolizing possibly the intense undercurrents of feelings like jealousy and passion. The uncluttered, raw portrayal showcases Beatrice Wood’s adeptness at conveying profound human emotions through simplicity, aligned with the thematic essence of Neo-Dadaism.