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The tango color emotion. Coffee scene. Crowd

The tango color emotion. Coffee scene. Crowd, by Rafael Barradas, oil, 1913
The tango color emotion. Coffee scene. Crowd, by Rafael Barradas, oil, 1913

The tango color emotion. Coffee scene. Crowd is an oil painting by the Futurist artist Rafael Barradas. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina. The tango color emotion.

About this work

Overview

The tango color emotion. Coffee scene. Crowd is an oil painting created by Rafael Barradas in 1913, currently held at the National Museum of Fine Arts Buenos Aires.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a lively coffee shop scene, with people gathered around tables, dressed in vibrant clothing. The atmosphere is energetic and dynamic, capturing the mood of the gathering.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by bold color choices and dynamic brushstrokes, conveying a sense of spontaneity. The artist's palette ranges from deep reds and oranges to bright blues and yellows, effectively capturing the scene's atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Rafael Barradas

Artist

Rafael Barradas

Rafael Pérez Giménez Barradas, was an Uruguayan modernist painter and graphic artist who worked in Spain.