José Cabrera - Alma de Bronce

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Original oil on canvas portrait by José Cabrera titled Alma de Bronce, 45 × 35 cm, hand-signed, created in 2026, in excellent condition.

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Oil on canvas
José Cabrera

In “Bronze Soul,” José Cabrera presents a portrait of a horseman where natural elegance and contained strength merge into a visually balanced image. The horse, depicted with a slight tilt of the head, conveys a sense of conscious serenity, as if its presence is charged with silent intelligence.

The chromatic treatment is one of the work’s most notable aspects. The warm tones of the coat, close to incandescent bronze, dialogue with a greenish background that adds depth and contrast without competing with the subject’s prominence. This combination creates an enveloping, refined atmosphere that is visually very appealing.

From a technical standpoint, Cabrera demonstrates solid mastery of hyperrealist oil painting. The transition of light over the animal’s anatomy, the subtlety in the reflections, and the care given to the harness details reveal precise and sensitive execution. Each element is carefully integrated to build a coherent image with great presence.

Beyond his technical virtuosity, the work conveys character. There is in the horse’s gaze a firm calm, a dignity that does not need to assert itself. Cabrera thus achieves a portrait that connects with the equestrian tradition, yet at the same time feels contemporary in its synthesis and visual clarity.

An ideal piece for collectors who value elegance, refined technique, and the ability of an image to convey presence and balance.

Unique work created in oil on canvas.

The works are carefully protected and shipped in a transport tube to ensure maximum security.

A valid tracking number is provided to monitor the order’s journey and delivery usually takes between 2-7 days depending on the destination by the carriers UPS, FEDEX, and CORREOS EXPRESS

The painting colors may differ slightly from the photos due to screen settings.

My artworks are packed with maximum care in a transport tube for maximum protection, shipped registered with a tracking code within 3 business days after payment.

Inspect the contents in the presence of the courier.
In case of damage, keep the damage report for the courier.

José Cabrera Hernández
Visual Artist

Email: josecabrerahernande@email.com

Professional Summary
Visual artist with a primary focus on painting, whose work explores themes related to identity and nature. Experience in group exhibitions, institutional awards, and public mural projects at national and international levels.

Academic Background
ALBA Professional Academy of Plastic Arts
Holguín, Cuba
2012 – 2016

Artistic Experience and Exhibitions
Group exhibition, Holguín City Art Center, Cuba (2012).
Participation in various group exhibitions (2013).
Municipal Award, Painting category, Las Tunas, Cuba (2013).
Participation in the Holguín City Hall Exhibition, Cuba (2014).
Participation in SICAB International, Spain — Winning Artist (2022).
Showcase of works and artistic talk, Holguín, Cuba (2022).
Commissions and Public Murals
Created three murals for the Communal Service, Antilla, Holguín (2021).
Mural for the Holguín Pediatric Hospital (2023).
Technical Skills
Painting
Printmaking
Graphic Design

Seller's Story

Cuban Art Circle is an international group of approximately 20 artists, founded and represented by painter Cristian Mesa Velázquez. United by a deep passion for painting and a serious commitment to artistic excellence, the members of the collective work from different parts of the world. While each artist maintains their own personal voice, all share a rigorous technical approach and absolute dedication to the pictorial medium. Oil on canvas is the predominant technique, although other methods are explored to enrich the group’s visual language. The works are characterized by high standards of execution, exceptional care in the treatment of light, color, and texture, and a remarkable ability to convey emotion and depth through figure, symbol, and atmosphere. The collective represents artists committed to high-level contemporary painting, where technical mastery is combined with a personal and contemporary vision. Their works have been presented at major international art fairs in Europe and are part of private collections across several continents. Cuban Art Circle is a serious and professional platform dedicated to promoting superior quality painting, created to connect demanding artists with collectors who value rigor, passion, and pictorial excellence.
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Oil on canvas
José Cabrera

In “Bronze Soul,” José Cabrera presents a portrait of a horseman where natural elegance and contained strength merge into a visually balanced image. The horse, depicted with a slight tilt of the head, conveys a sense of conscious serenity, as if its presence is charged with silent intelligence.

The chromatic treatment is one of the work’s most notable aspects. The warm tones of the coat, close to incandescent bronze, dialogue with a greenish background that adds depth and contrast without competing with the subject’s prominence. This combination creates an enveloping, refined atmosphere that is visually very appealing.

From a technical standpoint, Cabrera demonstrates solid mastery of hyperrealist oil painting. The transition of light over the animal’s anatomy, the subtlety in the reflections, and the care given to the harness details reveal precise and sensitive execution. Each element is carefully integrated to build a coherent image with great presence.

Beyond his technical virtuosity, the work conveys character. There is in the horse’s gaze a firm calm, a dignity that does not need to assert itself. Cabrera thus achieves a portrait that connects with the equestrian tradition, yet at the same time feels contemporary in its synthesis and visual clarity.

An ideal piece for collectors who value elegance, refined technique, and the ability of an image to convey presence and balance.

Unique work created in oil on canvas.

The works are carefully protected and shipped in a transport tube to ensure maximum security.

A valid tracking number is provided to monitor the order’s journey and delivery usually takes between 2-7 days depending on the destination by the carriers UPS, FEDEX, and CORREOS EXPRESS

The painting colors may differ slightly from the photos due to screen settings.

My artworks are packed with maximum care in a transport tube for maximum protection, shipped registered with a tracking code within 3 business days after payment.

Inspect the contents in the presence of the courier.
In case of damage, keep the damage report for the courier.

José Cabrera Hernández
Visual Artist

Email: josecabrerahernande@email.com

Professional Summary
Visual artist with a primary focus on painting, whose work explores themes related to identity and nature. Experience in group exhibitions, institutional awards, and public mural projects at national and international levels.

Academic Background
ALBA Professional Academy of Plastic Arts
Holguín, Cuba
2012 – 2016

Artistic Experience and Exhibitions
Group exhibition, Holguín City Art Center, Cuba (2012).
Participation in various group exhibitions (2013).
Municipal Award, Painting category, Las Tunas, Cuba (2013).
Participation in the Holguín City Hall Exhibition, Cuba (2014).
Participation in SICAB International, Spain — Winning Artist (2022).
Showcase of works and artistic talk, Holguín, Cuba (2022).
Commissions and Public Murals
Created three murals for the Communal Service, Antilla, Holguín (2021).
Mural for the Holguín Pediatric Hospital (2023).
Technical Skills
Painting
Printmaking
Graphic Design

Seller's Story

Cuban Art Circle is an international group of approximately 20 artists, founded and represented by painter Cristian Mesa Velázquez. United by a deep passion for painting and a serious commitment to artistic excellence, the members of the collective work from different parts of the world. While each artist maintains their own personal voice, all share a rigorous technical approach and absolute dedication to the pictorial medium. Oil on canvas is the predominant technique, although other methods are explored to enrich the group’s visual language. The works are characterized by high standards of execution, exceptional care in the treatment of light, color, and texture, and a remarkable ability to convey emotion and depth through figure, symbol, and atmosphere. The collective represents artists committed to high-level contemporary painting, where technical mastery is combined with a personal and contemporary vision. Their works have been presented at major international art fairs in Europe and are part of private collections across several continents. Cuban Art Circle is a serious and professional platform dedicated to promoting superior quality painting, created to connect demanding artists with collectors who value rigor, passion, and pictorial excellence.
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Artist
José Cabrera
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Agent
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Alma de Bronce
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Mexico
Year
2026
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
45 cm
Width
35 cm
Style
Realism
Period
2020+
SpainVerified
615
Objects sold
100%
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