[The seal girl, or The seal lady]
1929
13.0 x 18.0 cm
Scene on the beach. In the central area, a woman sitting on the purple sand, with short blonde hair. She wears a light dress with the skirt area in lilac. Looking down at a framed mesh she is holding in her left hand. Behind the mesh is a seal standing on its tail, with a silver body and a greenish tail. The seal is raising its head, looking up, making a sound. The sea is seen in the background. In the upper zone, pale sky. On the back of the watercolor and written in pen:
José María Eguren Rodríguez (1874 – 1942)
José María Eguren (1874-1942) was a versatile Peruvian artist: poet, journalist, painter & inventor. Explore his Symbolist paintings blending traditional themes with modern techniques. A key figure in Peruvian art history.
About this artwork
- Title: [The seal girl, or The seal lady]
- Artist: José María Eguren Rodríguez
- Year: 1929
- Original dimensions: 13.0 x 18.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Color palette: Earthy
- Main color: Quinacridone Magenta