The Plaza

The Plaza: © Key West Art & Historical Society
The Plaza

© Key West Art & Historical Society

Name/Title

The Plaza

Entry/Object ID

2023.25.0021

Description

Oil on canvas painting by Enrique 'Henry' delValle of a bustling street scene, likely captured during a bright day in Cuba. The artwork is characterized by soft, impressionistic brushstrokes that lend a dreamy aura to the scene. Depicted are grand, neoclassical buildings lining the street, featuring ornate architectural details and robust columns that evoke a sense of order and history. The street is alive with the movement of pedestrians and vehicles, all rendered in a blur of colors that suggests motion and the busy pace of city life. Prominently fluttering above one of the central buildings is a large Cuban flag, possibly indicating a significant civic or national landmark. The sky overhead is a muted blue, adorned with wispy clouds, contributing to the overall serene yet dynamic atmosphere of the scene.

Type of Painting

Easel

Artwork Details

Medium

Oil

Subject Place

Country

Cuba

Continent

North America

Collection

Art Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

delValle, Enrique

Role

Artist

Date made

circa 2015

Time Period

21st Century

Place

City

Key West

State/Province

Florida

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

County

Monroe

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Lower Right Corner

Transcription

E. delValle

Language

English

Material/Technique

Painted

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Painting

Nomenclature Class

Art

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Height

12 in

Width

16 in

Depth

1/2 in

Condition

Reason for Exam

At Acquisition

Overall Condition

Excellent