Adolfo Arenas Alonso, Le Grand Stiletto.

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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 'Le Grand Stiletto' (2019), the artist creates a compelling and thought-provoking tableau that challenges traditional gender norms. At the center of the hand-drawn composition, a man...

In Adolfo Arenas Alonso's "Le Grand Stiletto" (2019), the artist creates a compelling and thought-provoking tableau that challenges traditional gender norms. At the center of the hand-drawn composition, a man sits confidently on a chair, his legs crossed, and holding a cigarette in one hand. With poise and intrigue, his other hand delicately cradles a stiletto shoe, symbolizing elegance and power.

The artwork invites viewers to question societal expectations and explore the fluidity of gender and identity. Alonso's skilled use of lines and shading brings depth and dimension to the scene, elevating it to a visually striking representation of beauty and strength. "Le Grand Stiletto" serves as a captivating commentary on the spectrum of human expression, encouraging us to embrace the complexities of identity and to celebrate the diverse ways in which we define ourselves.

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Adolfo Arenas Alonso Spain, 1972

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