Raquel Meller performing El Relicário""
1916
oil
From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art
1916
oil
From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art
In this painting, a woman stands in a dark dress and veil, her hands clasped together in front of her. She wears a gold bracelet and ring, and her shoes are black. The background is a blurry mix of colors, with a building and trees visible. The woman's dark clothing and serious expression give the painting a somber mood. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Carlos Vázquez Úbeda, an artist known for his use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques.
