Painting description

The painting is full of contrasts and tension. In the foreground we see a seated woman in red stockings and mask-like makeup. She sits on a red chair, and behind her stands a figure in a suit and a white mask. The mysterious atmosphere in their gaze makes the whole scene unsettlingly intriguing, as if time had stopped in that single moment. The black background heightens the sense of isolation, focusing attention on the figures. An older man in a blue shirt looks on solemnly, holding a cane. In the background, an elderly woman with a white handbag slowly walks away. Colorful accents, especially reds and blues, enliven the composition. The painting’s style is surreal, with crisp contours and contrasting colors, which makes it somewhat reminiscent of a dreamlike dream. The artist employs flat planes of color, giving the work an abstract character. Looking at this painting, one can feel both unease and curiosity. What would it say if it could speak? Perhaps it is a story about the masks we wear every day. A seven-year-old would say: “The man in the mask looks a bit scary, like a ghost.” Emotions mingle with reflection on the roles we adopt in life and the faces we show to others. Who are we, really? The painting certainly doesn’t leave anyone indifferent.