Vicola X
- Artist
- Manuel Neri
- Date
- 1988
- Style
- Neo-expressionism
- Genre
- Nude painting (nu)
"Vicola X" is a compelling example of Neo-expressionism, characterized by bold, emotional brushstrokes and a vivid color palette that evoke intense feelings. The painting features a striking nude figure, illustrating the artist’s fascination with raw human vulnerability. Its confrontational style and expressive forms embody the movement’s departure from traditional realism, aiming to evoke visceral reactions. "Vicola X" challenges viewers to reconsider perceptions of the human body and emotion, blending raw intensity with a modern artistic perspective that draws from Surrealism and contemporary symbolism.
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