Dos Anjos 1915

Xul Solar painted ‘Dos Anjos’ using watercolor, in his own dimension, I imagine. Look at how the washes of blue and green softly blend, creating this watery otherworld where his figures reside. It’s all about process here – letting the paint flow and guide the way. The texture is smooth, almost like looking at a fresco, but the lines are sharp and defined, giving the angels structure. I find myself drawn to the way Solar uses a limited palette of browns, blues, and golds. The darker colours create a real sense of depth against the lighter background. It's especially noticeable in the way he renders the wings, which feel really solid against the light ethereal washes. I am reminded of the work of Hilma af Klint, who similarly used painting to explore esoteric ideas. Ultimately, art's like a big conversation, right? A beautiful, never-ending exchange. It’s an open invitation to dream and interpret.