Lourdes de Castro – Shadow of face
3,933.54€
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Creator: Lourdes de Castro (1930 – 2022)
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Creation Year: 1992
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Tecnique: Screenprint
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This work is sold unframed
Shadow of Faces Lourdes de Castro – A Serigraphy Exploring Emotion and Human Presence
The serigraphy Shadow of Faces Lourdes de Castro, created in 1992 and measuring 43 × 37 cm (70 × 50 cm), invites viewers into a world where human presence is suggested rather than revealed. From the very first moment, the artwork presents an atmosphere of mystery and introspection. Moreover, it reflects the artist’s long-standing fascination with silhouettes and the immateriality of the human figure. To explore more about Lourdes de Castro and her impact on Portuguese contemporary art, consult the Museu Coleção Berardo.
Abstract Forms in Shadow of Faces Lourdes de Castro
In Shadow of Faces Lourdes de Castro, the artist uses abstraction to explore emotional depth. Through overlapping shapes, subtle chromatic contrasts and ghostlike contours, she evokes expressions that remain hidden yet intensely felt. Additionally, the fluidity of the composition creates a sense of movement, as though the faces appear and disappear within the visual field. This ambiguity is central to de Castro’s work and reinforces her unique visual language. For collectors seeking similar contemporary pieces, our internal selection of modern serigraphies offers complementary works.
A Personal Experience of Emotion and Identity
Although the theme of faces is clear, the abstract treatment encourages each viewer to construct a personal interpretation. Consequently, Shadow of Faces Lourdes de Castro becomes a space of intimate reflection. The softness of the forms invites contemplation, while the absence of defined identities allows emotions to take precedence over representation. Furthermore, the play between shadow and presence highlights the idea that much of human expression exists in the unseen or unspoken.
A Masterpiece of Emotional Abstraction
The serigraphy Shadow of Faces Lourdes de Castro stands as a testament to the artist’s ability to transform simple silhouettes into powerful emotional statements. Her mastery of the serigraphic medium is evident in the precision of the layers, the elegance of the composition and the subtle tension between form and void. Additionally, this work continues to resonate with art enthusiasts, inviting ongoing reflection on the nature of identity, memory and emotional experience. For those interested in the care of graphic works, museum conservation guidelines provide valuable best practices.
Through its delicate balance of abstraction and emotion, Shadow of Faces Lourdes de Castro remains a timeless artwork that celebrates the complexity of human expression and the poetic strength of visual silence.
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
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| Dimensions | 15 × 15 × 65 cm |
| Size | W70 H50 cm | W47 H37 cm |
| Material | Serigraph on paper |
| Artist | Lourdes de Castro |
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