El acaparador (The Monopolizer)

1936, published 1937

Ramón Puyol

Associated Names
Ramón Puyol
Artist, Spanish, 1907-1981
Altavoz del Frente
Publisher
This image depicts a monstrous figure with a distorted face, claw-like hands, and a bulbous form. The figure is heavily shaded against a dark background, emphasizing its menacing expression. It is depicted in a hunched posture with contorted features, conveying a sense of aggression or intimidation. The use of strong lines and dramatic shadows enhances the intensity of the image.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.7608

  • Series Title

    10 Litografias por Puyol

Associated Artworks

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The image displays a cover of a publication titled "10 LITOGRAFIAS" by Puyol. It features an illustration of a person's head in profile, looking to the left. The facial features are clearly defined, with a strong jawline and neat, styled-back hair. The individual appears to be wearing a high-collared garment, possibly a jacket. The cover is light brown with bold, dark lettering of the title and author's name. Text at the bottom indicates it was edited by the Sección Artes Plásticas de 'Altavoz del Frente' in Madrid, February 1937. The background is a plain textured light brown paper.

Title Page

Ramón Puyol, Altavoz del Frente
1936
This is a drawing of a surreal figure with exaggerated features. The figure has oversized fists raised above its head, and its facial expression is exaggerated with a long nose and prominent eyes. The character's attire includes symbolic elements such as a hammer and sickle, stars, and an image within its torso depicting a smaller figure sitting on a mound. The overall composition is dynamic and filled with a sense of motion, suggested by the posture and flowing lines of its clothing.

El izquierdista (The Leftist)

Ramón Puyol, Altavoz del Frente
1936
The image contains flowing lines and exaggerated curves, depicting energy and movement in an abstract manner. A figure sits cross-legged at the center with swirling hair-like forms rising above its head. The figure holds two cylindrical objects with the letter "V" on them, and has distorted facial features with wide eyes and an open mouth. The overall composition suggests a cartoonish, expressive character, possibly in the midst of making a loud noise or exclaiming. The figure's shadow enhances the dynamic appearance of the artwork.

El derrotista (The Defeatist)

Ramón Puyol, Altavoz del Frente
1936

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65024388

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