The artwork, titled “Cargadora Con Perro,” was created by the esteemed artist Diego Rivera in 1927, in Mexico City, Mexico. Executed in watercolor, this piece falls within the art movement of Figurative Expressionism and belongs to the genre of genre painting.
In this watercolor artwork, Diego Rivera masterfully captures a scene depicting a woman carrying a large load, shielded by a vibrant, multicolored shawl that envelops her form. The hues of red, orange, and yellow in the shawl merge into each other, imparting an impression of warmth and movement. Accompanying her is a small dog, rendered in minimalist tones, looking upwards with anticipation or perhaps in mid-bark, enhancing the dynamic nature of the scene. The background, composed of fluid, horizontal strokes in muted purples and grays, provides a subtle contrast that highlights the central figures without detracting from their prominence. The composition and earthy tones evoke a sense of daily life and resilience, emblematic of Rivera’s celebrated emphasis on the working class and indigenous peoples of Mexico.
