Figurative Oil on Canvas Painting Titled " Pasion Tanguera " Hand Signed Dated 2011

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Pasión Tanguera Oil on Canvas Painting by Ale Riva (Buenos Aires, Argentina - b. Unknown )

This evocative oil on … Read more Pasión Tanguera Oil on Canvas Painting by Ale Riva (Buenos Aires, Argentina - b. Unknown )

This evocative oil on canvas captures the raw intensity and romance of Argentine tango, set against the atmospheric spirit of Buenos Aires. In a dramatic embrace, a tango couple moves in perfect synchronicity—her flowing crimson dress and elongated stride conveying passion and abandon, while his tailored suit and poised gesture suggest strength, control, and intimacy. Their movement is fluid and expressive, rendered with sweeping brushstrokes that heighten the sense of rhythm and motion.
Behind them, a seated musician plays the bandoneón, anchoring the composition in the authentic soundscape of tango culture. The palette—dominated by smoky grays, deep blacks, and vibrant reds—creates a moody, nocturnal ambiance, echoing the emotional depth of the dance itself. Loose, gestural lines and painterly abstraction give the work a contemporary expressionist character while remaining firmly rooted in figurative tradition.
The painting is signed by the artist Ale Rival on the front and further authenticated on the verso, where it is hand-titled “Pasión Tanguera,” inscribed with “Buenos Aires, Argentina,” dated 10/11 ( 10/2011) and signed by Ale Rival. These handwritten details on the back provide strong provenance and confirm the artist’s direct connection to the subject matter and place of inspiration.
The artwork is not framed or stretched .

Dimensions : 22” H 13.75” W See less