Madame Lumumba 1938
wifredolam
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toned paper
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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coloured pencil
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underpainting
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pastel chalk drawing
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painting painterly
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Madame Lumumba" is a 1938 painting by Cuban artist Wifredo Lam, known for his unique blend of Cubism, Surrealism, and African art. The painting, executed in watercolor and gouache, depicts a stylized female figure with geometric features and a mask-like face, referencing traditional African art. Lam's work often explored themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the complexities of colonialism, making "Madame Lumumba" a powerful and evocative example of his artistic vision.
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