Cardinal

The painting titled 'Cardinal' captures the solemn figure of Alfonso López Trujillo, a distinguished Colombian Cardinal Bishop of the Roman Catholic Church and president of the Pontifical Council for the Family. Rendered in a style reminiscent of Naïve art (primitivism), the work emphasizes simplicity and directness, highlighting the cardinal's spiritual authority. The composition functions as a portrait that combines both realism and stylized elements, inviting viewers to reflect on the clergy’s role within faith and community. The painting’s approach offers a raw, authentic glimpse into the subject's solemnity and dignity.