The artwork, known as “Cultural Head,” was created by Marisol Escobar in 1973. It falls under the Neo-Dada art movement and is categorized as a figurative piece.
In “Cultural Head,” the central figure’s face is depicted with a pronounced somberness using a monochromatic palette. Surrounding the head, a striking arrangement of multicolored imprints of hands radiate outward, creating a halo-like effect. The hands, rendered in vibrant hues of red, yellow, green, and black, provide a stark contrast to the grayscale of the face, enhancing the powerful visual impact of the composition. The artwork employs a combination of minimalistic lines and bold colors, characteristic of the Neo-Dada movement, and conveys a sense of depth and cultural symbolism through its evocative imagery.
