This contemporary Cuban work captures a stylized female figure, possibly a folk dancer or a character from a theatrical narrative, holding a large fan. The artist utilizes a vibrant, contrasting palette of deep reds and blacks against a luminous yellow background, creating a dramatic sense of movement and theatricality. Hidalgo-Gato’s style is characterized by expressive, flowing lines and a modern interpretation of Caribbean identity. The title "De Otro Mundo" (From Another World) suggests a surreal or ethereal quality to the subject, which is emphasized by the figure’s poised expression and the intricate, lace-like detailing of the mantilla.

Details

• Artist: Mariángeles Hidalgo-Gato (Cuban, B.1969)

• Title: De Otro Mundo

• Medium: Acrylic on canvas

• Dimensions: 31 x 29 inches

• Signature: Signed "Hidalgo-Gato" lower right

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