Character 

Remedios Varo's "Character" seems to be executed with a fine, almost obsessive technique, likely using delicate brushes and layered glazes. The result is a figure that shimmers with ethereal qualities. Look closely, and you see how the figure is made up of meticulously rendered textures and patterns. The feathery appendages and detailed garments suggest a complex construction, an otherworldly craft. Varo was deeply engaged with esoteric knowledge and philosophical ideas. Her paintings are like alchemical experiments, dense with symbolism. The labor-intensive nature of her technique feels like a key element. There's a sense of ritual and dedication embedded in the painting. The character's elaborate attire and strange anatomy propose a parallel between artistic creation and the transformation of base materials into something precious. The "Character" invites us to consider the relationship between craftsmanship, transformation, and the pursuit of knowledge, blurring the boundaries between art and other forms of skilled making.