Pintura Constructiva II by Joaquín Torres-García
Description:
Pintura Constructiva by Joaquín Torres-García is a key work within his Universal Constructivism movement, blending geometric abstraction with symbolic and figurative imagery. The composition is structured around a grid of horizontal and vertical lines, organizing various symbols, shapes, and figures into distinct compartments. This grid-based structure reflects Torres-García's belief in order, balance, and harmony as essential components of art. The symbols within the grid often include archetypal forms such as boats, stars, and human figures, representing universal themes of existence, culture, and spirituality. By combining modernist abstraction with ancient symbols, Torres-García aimed to create a universal visual language that transcended cultural and temporal boundaries.
Joaquín Torres-García, born in Uruguay in 1874, developed his theory of Universal Constructivism after working in both Europe and Latin America. He sought to merge the modernist abstract ideas of European avant-garde with the timeless, symbolic imagery of pre-Columbian and Mediterranean cultures. Pintura Constructiva exemplifies this synthesis, as it draws from both contemporary abstraction and ancient symbolism to communicate a sense of universal order and interconnectedness.
Details:
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Location and Date Created: Uruguay, mid-20th century.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Pintura Constructiva.
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Artwork Style: Universal Constructivism.
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Subject/Topic: A grid-based composition combining geometric abstraction with symbolic imagery, exploring universal themes and order.