#04525 Xaime Quessada (1937-2007)

The composition presents a figure within a confined interior space, dominated by a large window framing a cloudy sky. The central subject is a woman dressed in dark clothing and a wide-brimmed hat that obscures much of her face. She holds an umbrella, its pale color contrasting sharply with the somber tones of her attire. A canine creature stands beside her, exhibiting a snarling expression and a posture suggesting both alertness and menace. To the left, a heavily ornamented armchair appears to be occupied by another animalistic form, further contributing to the unsettling atmosphere.
The spatial arrangement is peculiar; the window seems disproportionately large for the room, creating a sense of detachment between the interior and exterior worlds. The floor is rendered in a vibrant red hue that draws attention and adds visual intensity. Spherical forms are subtly integrated into the background, their ambiguous nature adding to the dreamlike quality of the scene.
The painting’s subtexts revolve around themes of confinement, identity, and perhaps, repressed anxieties. The obscured face of the woman suggests a loss or suppression of selfhood. Her posture conveys a sense of resignation or melancholy. The presence of the animalistic figures – both canine and within the armchair – introduces elements of primal instinct and potential threat, hinting at underlying psychological turmoil.
The window, while offering a view to the sky, also acts as a barrier, reinforcing the feeling of isolation. The color palette is largely muted, with the red floor serving as an abrupt visual jolt that may symbolize danger or suppressed passion. Overall, the work evokes a mood of unease and psychological complexity, inviting contemplation on themes of identity, fear, and the boundaries between reality and dream.