The Goose, 2022

 

The Goose, 2022 by Serruya Monteiro (Soap) 

This artwork portrays a figure holding a large goose. The figure has an elongated, angular face with a somber expression, adding a sense of seriousness or melancholy to the scene. The figure’s gaze is direct, though somewhat distant, perhaps suggesting contemplation or an emotional detachment. The colors are earthy, with soft browns, reds, oranges, and muted blues. The sketchy, loose brushstrokes contribute to a raw, unfinished quality in the drawing, giving it an expressive, almost folk-art feel. The way the figure cradles the goose adds an intimate, yet slightly awkward element, as if they share a connection, but the relationship between the two remains ambiguous. The goose itself is drawn with simple, clean lines, contrasting with the more textured rendering of the figure. Theres a quiet tension between the figure and the goose, leaving the viewer to wonder about the emotional or symbolic significance of their connection.