Wardrobe c. 1942

This "Wardrobe" was made by Rosa Rivero using what looks like watercolor or gouache on paper, and it’s a good reminder that art can be about seeing potential in the everyday. The painting's surface is really smooth and the colors are these muted browns, capturing the play of light on wood. The brushstrokes are so controlled, almost disappearing into the grain, yet there's an attention to detail that feels personal. The way Rivero handles color reminds me of Agnes Martin's subtle palette, finding depth in simplicity. Look at the front of the wardrobe doors; that vertical run of grain. Rivero is showing us how something functional can also be a source of wonder. It’s a reminder that art isn’t just about grand gestures, but about noticing the quiet beauty in the things that surround us.