The Three Masks 1923

Juan Gris's 1923 Cubist painting, "The Three Masks," depicts three figures rendered in geometric shapes and fragmented planes. The figures are seated around a table, their forms intertwined and overlapping, creating a dynamic and visually complex composition. Gris's signature use of muted colors and flat planes creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, while simultaneously emphasizing the abstract qualities of the work. "The Three Masks" exemplifies Gris's mastery of Cubism, a style characterized by the fragmentation and reassembly of forms to create a new reality on the canvas.