Marie-Thérèse with a Veil No. 2 1941

Editor: This is Julio Gonzalez’s “Marie-Thérèse with a Veil No. 2,” housed here at the Tate. It’s a small drawing, very intimate. There's a quiet intensity in her gaze. What stands out to you about this portrait? Curator: Funny you say that. I think Gonzalez captures something incredibly human in her eyes, almost a knowing sadness. It's a delicate dance between light and shadow, isn't it? I wonder if he saw her as a symbol of resilience, a quiet strength amidst the chaos of the time? Editor: I didn't catch that, but I can see that now. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure.