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The Jota (Spanish dance), 1911 pastel drawing by Ricardo Canals
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The Jota (Spanish dance), 1911 pastel drawing by Ricardo Canals
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1911 19th 20th Centuries Barcelona Canals Catalonia Circle Costumes Guitar Liceo Circle Lyceum Pastel Ricardo Spain Catalonia Barcelone Spain Catalonia Barcelonés Jota Liceo Regional Santiago Ortega
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The Jota (Spanish dance), 1911
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is a vibrant pastel drawing by Ricardo Canals that captures the essence of the traditional Spanish dance form known as Jota. Set in Barcelona, Catalonia, this artwork showcases a lively scene from the early 20th century. In this vertical composition, Canals skillfully depicts a group of dancers dressed in colorful regional costumes, their movements exuding energy and passion. The artist's use of bold colors and loose brushstrokes adds an impressionistic touch to the piece, enhancing its dynamic nature. The central focus of the drawing is on a couple engaged in the Jota dance. The male dancer strums his guitar with fervor while his partner gracefully twirls around him. Their expressions convey joy and enthusiasm for their cultural heritage. Canals' attention to detail extends beyond the figures themselves; he also includes elements such as architectural details and decorative patterns on clothing to emphasize the rich cultural context surrounding this traditional dance form. "The Jota (Spanish dance), 1911" serves as both a celebration of Spanish identity and an homage to Catalonia's unique artistic traditions. It invites viewers into a world where music, movement, and color come together harmoniously – capturing not only a specific moment in time but also conveying timeless emotions that resonate with audiences today.
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