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1986
Mexico artist
Identity, postcolonialism, gender, class, and race in Mexican society.
"Early Life and Background" (1946), "Turner Prize (UK)" (1970),
Includes Certificate of Authenticity for auction.
48 inch x 36 inch x 24 inch (Height x Width x Depth)
The Potion of Desire portrays a moment of passion, intrigue, and enchantment frozen in time. A woman dressed in deep crimson kneels beside a chamber bed, holding a golden chalice that glows with mystery. Her expression blends determination and sorrow, as three onlookers watch in silent awe.
Every element — from the rose petals falling to the rich textures of velvet and gold — tells a story of forbidden love, ancient rituals, and emotional intensity. The warm palette of reds and golds evokes both danger and beauty, embodying the eternal tension between power and vulnerability.
This artwork captures the romantic and dramatic essence of the Pre-Raphaelite era, ideal for collectors who admire timeless elegance, narrative depth, and classical artistry.