#41350 Cruzeiro Seixas

The composition presents a central figure mounted on a stylized equine form against a deep blue background. The color palette is restricted primarily to shades of blue and muted flesh tones, creating a sense of starkness and isolation. A thick band of darker blue runs along the upper edge, acting as a visual barrier or horizon line.
Here we see a human figure, seemingly female, positioned precariously atop the animal. Her posture suggests both vulnerability and defiance; she leans forward, her arm extended upward holding what appears to be a teardrop or droplet. The elongated neck of the horse contributes to the feeling of instability and tension within the scene. A long, slender spear pierces through the figure and the horse, intersecting at an oblique angle and further emphasizing the precariousness of their position.
The artist’s rendering style is characterized by simplified forms and a lack of detailed modeling. The figures are rendered with broad strokes and minimal shading, which contributes to a dreamlike or symbolic quality. Theres a deliberate flatness to the image; perspective appears absent, flattening the space and intensifying the focus on the central drama.
Subtexts within the work suggest themes of suffering, sacrifice, and perhaps resilience. The teardrop held by the figure could symbolize grief, mourning, or even a single moment of poignant reflection amidst turmoil. The spear’s penetration implies violence or intrusion, while the horses posture might represent strength tested under duress. The overall effect is one of quiet intensity, inviting contemplation on themes of pain and endurance within an ambiguous narrative context.