{"product_id":"jose-maria-mijares-1921-2004-untitled-undated","title":"JOSÉ MARÍA MIJARES (1921–2004) – Untitled, Undated","description":"This exceptional oil on Masonite by José María Mijares represents a beautiful example of the artist’s figurative period, in which his unmistakable modernist language combines elements of Cubism, Expressionism, and lyrical abstraction. The composition portrays two elegantly stylized female figures standing within a geometric architectural landscape, creating a poetic narrative that reflects themes of daily life, harmony, and human connection.\n\nExecuted with remarkable technical precision, Mijares organizes the entire composition through an intricate network of geometric forms that recalls the structure of stained glass windows. Deep cobalt blues, emerald greens, and turquoise tones define the surrounding architecture, while the warm reds and ochres of the figures establish a striking chromatic contrast that immediately draws the viewer’s attention to the central narrative.\n\nThe figure on the left delicately presents an ornate birdcage containing colorful birds, symbolizing freedom, hope, and the fragile relationship between nature and humanity. Opposite her, the second figure gently holds a basket filled with fruit, evoking abundance, generosity, and the quiet rituals of everyday life. Between them, potted plants and stylized trees reinforce the painting’s atmosphere of balance and renewal, while the simplified houses in the background suggest an idyllic village transformed through the artist’s unique geometric vision.\n\nMijares masterfully balances decorative elegance with emotional subtlety. Every line, color relationship, and compositional element has been carefully orchestrated to create rhythm and visual harmony. The use of Masonite provides an exceptionally smooth surface that enhances the crisp contours, luminous colors, and refined brushwork characteristic of the artist’s finest paintings from this important stage of his career.\n\nRecognized as one of the pioneers of modern Cuban painting, José María Mijares developed a highly personal artistic vocabulary that bridged traditional figuration and modern abstraction. Works such as this illustrate the transition that ultimately led to his celebrated mature style while preserving the warmth, lyricism, and humanistic spirit that define his artistic legacy. Figurative compositions of this quality are increasingly sought after by collectors and museums, representing significant examples of Cuban modernism and the evolution of Latin American twentieth-century art.","brand":"Private Collection.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44138419814465,"sku":null,"price":12000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/2140\/6785\/files\/jose-maria-mijares-1921-2004-untitled-undated-1860835.jpg?v=1783912568","url":"https:\/\/delamoart.com\/fr\/products\/jose-maria-mijares-1921-2004-untitled-undated","provider":"Del Amo Art Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}