Cesaria Evora Pillows
Description: The painting depicts face of a black woman. Her fingers with black nails are close to the mouth. Her gaze is not directed towards the observer. The work depicts depicts Cesaria Evora, a Cape Verdean singer-songwriter nicknamed the «Barefoot Diva» (for performing without shoes) and the «Queen of Morna» (morna is a music genre from Cape Verde). The author of the painting used his own artistic technique, which made it possible to convey the depth of the singer's soul through her staring gaze. Canvas on a panel (cardboard).
Description: In this portrait, the Cape Verdean singer Cesaria Evora is captured with her eyes closed, lost in the emotive power of her music. The painting captures a moment of introspection and relaxation, as if the singer is in a meditative state, drawing upon the rich cultural heritage of Cape Verde to create her unique sound. Oil, canvas. Signed. Varnished.
