Artwork
Serafina
Serafina is a print by José Guadalupe Posada. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Serafina is a 1914 print by José Guadalupe Posada, created using metalcut and letterpress techniques on yellow newsprint.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman in a white dress standing on a nighttime street, illuminated by a streetlamp that casts sharp shadows, evoking a sense of drama and tension.
Technique & Style
The use of metalcut and letterpress on cheap newsprint gives the print a rough, bold appearance, with dark lines and shapes reminiscent of a comic strip or a poster.
Context
The choice of yellow newsprint and printing techniques reflects Posada's use of accessible, everyday materials to create his art.
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