#41365 Cruzeiro Seixas

The composition presents a fragmented depiction of what appears to be a guitar, rendered in a style characterized by geometric abstraction and flattened perspective. The artist has broken down the instrument into constituent shapes – planes and angles – rather than portraying it realistically. A dominant dark brown/black color field occupies much of the background, providing a stark contrast to the warmer tones employed for the guitar’s representation.
The body of the guitar is suggested through an ochre-colored form, its contours defined by sharp edges and abrupt transitions. The neck extends upwards, intersecting with other geometric forms in a manner that disrupts any sense of traditional spatial depth. A series of curved lines, resembling tuning pegs, are positioned along this neck, adding a touch of dynamism to the otherwise rigid structure.
A vertical rectangle of pale tan/beige color is placed on the right side of the composition, acting as a visual counterweight to the darker areas and contributing to an overall sense of balance. The strings of the guitar are indicated by a single, curved line across its body, further simplifying the form.
The work’s subtexts revolve around themes of deconstruction and reassembly. It seems to question conventional notions of representation, favoring instead an exploration of shape, color, and spatial relationships. The fragmentation suggests a process of analysis – taking something familiar (a guitar) and reducing it to its essential components. This approach could be interpreted as a commentary on the nature of perception itself, highlighting how we construct meaning through the breakdown and reorganization of sensory information. The limited palette reinforces this sense of reduction, focusing attention on the formal elements rather than any narrative or emotional content.