{"product_id":"portrait-of-ruth-rivera-diego-rivera","title":"Portrait of Ruth Rivera - Diego Rivera","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait of Ruth Rivera by her father, Diego Rivera, featuring a circular mirror to capture multiple perspectives of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting depicts Ruth Rivera, the daughter of the artist, captured in a moment of quiet introspection. Diego Rivera employs a compositional device involving a large, circular mirror, which allows the viewer to see both the back of the subject and her reflected profile simultaneously. This dual perspective provides a comprehensive view of her form, while the soft, draped white garment adds a classical quality to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette relies on muted tones, with the luminous, pale yellow of the mirror acting as a light source that illuminates the subject. Rivera uses smooth brushwork to define the folds of the fabric and the contours of the figure, demonstrating his technical control. The inclusion of the easel stand on the right side of the frame provides a sense of the studio environment, grounding the work in the reality of the artist's practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuth Rivera, who became an architect and a significant figure in the cultural life of Mexico, is portrayed here with a sense of dignity and calm. The painting avoids excessive ornamentation, focusing instead on the relationship between the figure and the reflective surface. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of volume, while the overall arrangement remains balanced and measured. This work offers a glimpse into the personal life of the artist, documenting his relationship with his daughter through a lens of artistic observation. The simplicity of the background ensures that the focus remains entirely on the subject, allowing the viewer to engage with the portrait without distraction. It is a clear example of Rivera's ability to combine formal portraiture with a more personal, narrative approach to his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Diego Rivera","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875641594191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875673149775,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875673182543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875673215311,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875673248079,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Ruth-Rivera_Poster_CompositorV1_1790270071271.jpg?v=1790272065","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/portrait-of-ruth-rivera-diego-rivera","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}