Untitled 

Here, we see an untitled work by Modest Cuixart. The canvas presents a striking visage rendered in muted tones and intriguing textures. Its composition is dominated by a roughly oval form, suggesting a head or mask-like figure, centered against the monochrome background. Cuixart employs a semiotic system of signs, using the arrangement of elements like the vertical row of circular forms, the textured central 'eye,' and the minimalist lines evoking facial features. These elements are not merely representational but function as codes, inviting interpretation through the lens of structuralism. We might consider how the artist deconstructs traditional portraiture, moving beyond mere representation to engage with deeper structural elements of identity and perception. The scratched surface destabilizes established meanings and categories. This piece challenges our perception of form. Its roughness and ambiguity suggest a departure from conventional aesthetics, encouraging viewers to engage with art as a dynamic, evolving medium.