#09615 Amparo Segarra

The composition presents a striking juxtaposition of disparate elements within a collage format. A female figure, clad in a shimmering blue garment that emphasizes her back and shoulders, occupies the left portion of the frame. She is positioned with her body angled towards a large, cylindrical object rendered in warm orange tones. Her hand reaches out, seemingly interacting with or manipulating the cylinders surface, which emits a bright, concentrated light. Above this interaction hovers a complex mechanical device – a calculator – its presence suggesting an intersection of human action and technological processes.
The right side of the work is dominated by a fragmented architectural structure, overlaid with what appears to be a web-like pattern, creating a sense of enclosure or entrapment. A vibrant red form, resembling a stylized hat or decorative element, sits at the lower right corner, its sharp edges contrasting with the softer curves of the figure and cylinder. The background is predominantly black, intensifying the visual impact of the foreground elements and contributing to an overall atmosphere of mystery and tension.
The subtexts within this work are layered and open to interpretation. The female figure’s posture and attire suggest a sense of allure or perhaps vulnerability, while her interaction with the illuminated cylinder implies a role as both operator and participant in some unknown process. The calculators presence introduces themes of calculation, control, and potentially, dehumanization through technology. The architectural fragment and web-like pattern evoke feelings of confinement and surveillance, hinting at societal structures that restrict or observe individual actions. The red form adds a touch of drama and perhaps symbolizes passion or rebellion against the prevailing atmosphere of constraint.
The collage technique itself reinforces these themes; the disparate elements are brought together in an unexpected arrangement, suggesting a fractured reality where technology, beauty, and control collide. The overall effect is one of unsettling elegance – a visual narrative that invites contemplation on the relationship between humanity, technology, and societal structures.