Sketch of mural decoration for the Emperador Hotel

Sketch of mural decoration for the Emperador Hotel by Carlos Saenz de Tejada
Artist
Carlos Saenz de Tejada
Date
1955
Style
Art nouveau
Genre
Sketch and study
The painting titled 'Sketch of mural decoration for the Emperador Hotel' captures an intricate sketch and study of what was envisioned as a cohesive Art nouveau (modern) style mural. The artwork reflects the artist's exploration of fluid lines and organic motifs characteristic of the movement, blending decorative elegance with dynamic composition. This preliminary study provides insight into the creative process behind the hotel’s aesthetic, emphasizing the importance of sketches in developing large-scale decorative projects. The painting exemplifies the harmony between design and execution in early 20th-century modernist decoration.

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