Adolfo Arenas Alonso, Amores Amore.

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PRINT
Giclée&Iris print on superalpha paper 250g.
Hand embellished by the author.

111 x 76 cm
43 3/4 x 29 7/8 in

In Adolfo Arenas Alonso's 'Amores Amore' (2019), the artist crafts a compelling portrayal of a man adorned in a wife beater and trousers, barefoot and holding a cigarette. This enigmatic...

In Adolfo Arenas Alonso's "Amores Amore" (2019), the artist crafts a compelling portrayal of a man adorned in a wife beater and trousers, barefoot and holding a cigarette. This enigmatic figure stands amidst a vintage environment, his presence rich with symbolism that evokes a narrative of vulnerability masked by a veneer of nobility. The vintage setting, complete with a typewriter on a messy desk, and a classic painting hanging on a wall, creates an atmosphere of nostalgia and timelessness.

The torn and ripped wallpaper on the background wall adds to the emotive depth of the artwork, suggesting the fraying facade that may exist beneath the surface. Alonso's hand-drawn finesse breathes life into the scene, capturing the intricacies of emotions and complexities of human relationships. "Amores Amore" invites viewers to contemplate the intricacies of the human experience and ponder the ways in which we navigate between vulnerability and the appearance of nobility. The classic painting on the wall serves as a haunting reminder of the continuity of emotions and relationships through time, while the typewriter and messy desk hint at the creative and emotional struggles that lie beneath the character's outer persona. The artwork stands as a poignant exploration of the human condition, offering a compelling narrative that resonates with the viewer on a deeply emotional level.

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Adolfo Arenas Alonso Spain, 1972

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