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Vientos

Alejandro Obregón

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Alejandro Obregón, Vientos. Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder. See this canvas under a moving light: the drawing, the true colour under the varnish, the bare pigment

The facts

Artist
Alejandro Obregón originaluniqueart.com/en/artists/alejandro-obregon/
Artist’s dates
1920 – 1992
Original size
70 x 80 cm

Copyright This work is still under copyright. Alejandro Obregón died in 1992; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it remains in force until 2062. The image is shown here for classroom reference; rights remain with the rights holder.

Source: OriginalUniqueArt.com — accessed Oct. 1, 2026

Vientos — Alejandro Obregón Part 1 · The artwork

In context

Vientos — Alejandro Obregón

How big is it?

The original measures 70 × 80 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

When might this have been painted?

  1. 1920
  2. 1930
  3. 1940
  4. 1950
  5. 1960
  6. 1970
  7. 1980
  8. 1990

Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span — 0 at birth, 72 at death.

Shaded: the lifetime of Alejandro Obregón (1920–1992) every dated painting, decade by decade

This record has no exact year on file — using the artist's lifetime and the work's style, what decade would you guess?

Compare with

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

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Colours

Measured from the image

    Main colour

    Espresso #30262b

    Catalogued palette

    • #30262B
    • #B1A2A4
    • #D2B70B
    • #D42829

    These colours inside the artist’s whole palette Find other paintings by colour

    Palette
    Dark The dominant colour family in the image.
    Main colour name
    Espresso
    Intensity
    Vivid How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
    Contrast
    Statement How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
    Harmony
    Strong Color Unity How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Shadow How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Clear Color Presence How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Where in the world is this painting looked at?

    • under 1%
    • 1–3%
    • 3–8%
    • 8–20%
    • 20% and over
    This painting alone has too few recorded visitors to map, so the plate reads every work by Alejandro Obregón over the last twelve months — 2 countries in all. Where these figures come from

    The ten leading countries

    1. 1 China 50.0%
    2. 2 Colombia 50.0%

    Find the three darkest countries on the map. Is the museum that keeps this painting in any of them? Write down one reason people far away might look at it.

    The 3 most looked-at works by Alejandro Obregón

    1. 1 Simbología de Barranquilla, 1956 33.3%
    2. 2 Vientos this painting 33.3%
    3. 3 The Village 33.3%

    Together these works take 99.9% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 6 works by this artist, of which 3 were looked at at least once. This painting ranks 2 of them, with 33.3% of that attention. The same counts, month by month

    Bars measure attention, not quality. Pick the work at the top and this one: name one thing that might make a painting famous beyond how well it is painted.

    Source: OriginalUniqueArt.com — accessed Oct. 1, 2026

    Vientos — Alejandro Obregón Part 2 · In context

    Artist and museum

    Artist

    Alejandro Obregón

    Born in Barcelona, Spain

    Alejandro Obregón: A Life in Art

    Born: Barcelona, Spain (4 June 1920)

    Died: Cartagena, Colombia (11 April 1992)

    Nationality: Colombian-Spanish

    Early Life and Artistic Development

    Obregón was born in Barcelona, Spain, to a Colombian father and a Catalan mother. His family relocated to Barranquilla, Colombia when he was three years old.

    He initially studied architecture at the National University of Colombia but soon transitioned to painting, recognizing his true passion.

    Early influences included European modernism and surrealism, but he developed a unique style rooted in Colombian culture and landscapes.

    His artistic journey involved experimentation and analysis of artists like Francisco de Goya, Diego Velázquez, Rembrandt, and Picasso.

    A significant influence was Cézanne, shaping his approach to form and color.

    Key Themes and Artistic Style

    Style: Obregón's style is characterized by magical expressionism, blending modernist influences with vibrant Colombian imagery.

    Color & Texture: He employed a thick, free brushstroke, strong colors, and vigorous strokes in his paintings.

    Recurring Motifs: His work frequently featured landscapes, animals (particularly the condor), indigenous motifs, guitars, bulls, and elements of everyday Colombian life.

    Pictographic System: During the 1960s, he developed a unique pictographic system using formal and chromatic symbols.

    Symbolism: The condor, featured prominently in his work, symbolized strength, liberty, vitality, and represented Colombia's national identity.

    Major Achievements and Recognition

    Early Exhibitions: Presented his first solo exhibition in Colombia in 1945 and participated in the Salón de Artistas Colombianos (1944 & 1945).

    International Acclaim: Exhibited throughout France, Germany, and Switzerland. His work "Souvenir of Venice" (1954) was acquired by the Museum of Modern Art New York in 1955.

    São Paulo Biennial: Represented Colombia at the Ninth São Paulo Biennial (1960s), where he received the Francisco Matarazzo Sobrinho Grand Prize for Latin America.

    National Recognition: Won first prize in Painting at the National Salon in 1959, with his paintings "Violencia" and "Icaro y las avispas."

    Legacy and Historical Significance

    Obregón is considered a pioneer of modern art in Colombia and a significant figure in Latin American art.

    His exploration of Colombian culture, landscapes, and wildlife has had a lasting impact on the country's artistic scene.

    He inspired subsequent generations of artists with his unique blend of modernist influences and vibrant Colombian identity.

    Obregón’s work continues to be celebrated for its evocative imagery, masterful use of color, and profound connection to Colombia's cultural heritage.

    Where to read more

    Find this online

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    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    Obregón, Alejandro. Vientos. n.d., https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/alejandro-obregon-vientos-ARCA9P-en/
    APA
    Obregón, Alejandro (n.d.). Vientos [Painting]. https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/alejandro-obregon-vientos-ARCA9P-en/
    Chicago
    Alejandro Obregón. Vientos. n.d. https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/alejandro-obregon-vientos-ARCA9P-en/
    Harvard
    Obregón, Alejandro (n.d.) Vientos. Available at: https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/alejandro-obregon-vientos-ARCA9P-en/

    Source: OriginalUniqueArt.com — accessed Oct. 1, 2026

    Vientos — Alejandro Obregón Part 3 · Artist and museum

    Look closely

    Vientos — Alejandro Obregón

    Look closely

    Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

    1. What catches your eye first, and why?
    2. Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
    3. Look back at Millenary Fin (1962), earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
    4. What might the artist have wanted you to feel?
    5. If you could ask the artist one question about this work, what would it be?

    Your response

    Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.

    Source: OriginalUniqueArt.com — accessed Oct. 1, 2026

    Vientos — Alejandro Obregón Part 4 · Look closely

    Questions & Answers

    How can I get a print of "Vientos" by Alejandro Obregón?

    "Vientos" is available as a fine art print on cotton canvas or archival canvas paper. Orders are placed on its Fine Art Print page, in the size of your choice.

    Where do the visitors of "Vientos" by Alejandro Obregón come from?

    The Stats page of "Vientos" by Alejandro Obregón presents public visit statistics: monthly visits of this artwork, a comparison with the artist's most viewed works, and where its visitors come from.

    How saturated is the palette of "Vientos"?

    "Vientos" by Alejandro Obregón is recorded with a clear color presence saturation.