#24889 Jorge Castillo

The composition presents a layered arrangement of silhouettes and forms against a warm ochre background. The artist employed a collage technique, evident in the varied textures and edges of the paper elements. A dominant feature is the series of black cut-out figures that populate the canvas. These are not rendered with detail; instead, they exist as stark outlines, suggesting anonymity or perhaps universal archetypes.
A profile head appears centrally, its eyes indicated by simple white circles, drawing immediate attention. Above this figure, another profile is positioned in a slightly tilted manner, seemingly engaged in dialogue or observation. To the right of the central profile, a bird’s silhouette takes flight, adding a sense of movement and potential liberation to the scene.
A reaching arm extends from the left side of the canvas, its hand gesturing upwards towards an abstract form resembling a stylized deer skull or antlered head. This upper section is particularly textured, with layered paper creating a complex visual field that obscures any clear definition. The lower portion of the painting introduces new elements: a white rabbit and a dark circular shape. These forms are set against a more organic, flowing background suggesting foliage or natural growth.
The color palette is restrained, primarily utilizing ochre, black, and white with subtle variations in tone. This limited range contributes to the work’s overall sense of austerity and symbolic weight. The use of silhouettes creates an ambiguity that invites multiple interpretations. The rabbit, a common symbol of vulnerability and fertility, contrasts sharply with the dark circular form, which could represent totality or perhaps an eclipse.
The arrangement suggests a narrative, though one deliberately fragmented and open to interpretation. It is possible to read it as a meditation on communication, mortality, nature, and the human condition – themes conveyed through symbolic imagery rather than explicit representation. The layering of forms creates a sense of depth and complexity, encouraging prolonged visual engagement and reflection.