Folding Screen with Indian Wedding and Flying Pole (Biombo con desposorio indígena y palo volador)
1696
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
This painting is a folding screen with two scenes. The left scene shows a group of people gathered around a pole with men climbing up and down it, while others are standing or sitting around. The right scene depicts a wedding celebration with people dancing and playing instruments. In the background of both scenes, there are trees, hills, and a body of water with a boat. The painting is done in oil and features a mix of earthy tones and vibrant colors. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the scenes. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
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