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Juan Álvarez Cebrián
Captives

$1,641.67
£1,235.92
€1,390
CA$2,261.51
A$2,532.74
CHF 1,321.54
MX$30,936.37
NOK 16,813.89
SEK 15,849.10
DKK 10,580.87

About the Item

This painting conveys a sense of melancholy and confinement. The warm colors of the birds contrast with the cold gray background, emphasizing their entrapment in the cage. The bars create a barrier between the birds and the viewer, highlighting their isolation. One bird, with a rusty tone, clings to the bars and seems to look directly at the viewer, evoking a feeling of resignation. Another, more vibrant in color, buries its head in the feeder, suggesting a momentary distraction or hope for something better. The composition invites reflection on the lost freedom and uncertain fate of these captives.
  • Creator:
    Juan Álvarez Cebrián (1966, Spanish)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Width: 19.57 in (49.7 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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  • Condition:
    This painting was finished and signed in 2017. It is painted in oil on linen glued on wood panel and its condition is new. 1400The artwork is made with good quality materials. The artwork is sent with certificate of authenticity signed by the author.
  • Gallery Location:
    CAMPO REAL, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2767214953442

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