Niurka Moreno Leyva - "El vigía de las sombras índigo" NO Reserve

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A unique hand-signed 2026 original by Niurka Moreno Leyva titled “El vigía de las sombras índigo” in acrylic on cotton canvas, 55 x 65 cm, depicting animals, from Spain, with signature on the back and in excellent condition.

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One-of-a-kind piece 100% handmade. This is not a print.

"The Indigo Shadow Watcher"
In this piece, graphic precision meets organic fluidity. Executed through translucent layers, the work balances botanical illustration and the technique of Japanese woodblock printing Ukiyo-e, with the precision in defining the plant shapes and the bold flat composition.
The work presents a strong chromatic and formal contrast. The cat's yellow-orange fur, with its defined, elongated spots, becomes a structural element that intertwines with the density of the deep-blue leaves. The feline’s intense gaze transforms the scene from a simple naturalistic study into a silent narrative. The stylization of the plant elements and the flatness of the violet background invite reading the piece not as a realistic representation, but as a decorative and atmospheric exploration of the jungle environment, complemented by the feline in a theatrical and mysterious setting.

Dimensions: 55 x 65 cm

Technique: Acrylic on cotton canvas.

Condition: Perfect

Origin: Spain

Year: 2026

Each work is signed on the back guaranteeing its authenticity and preserving its visual purity. Includes title, series, year of creation and signature.

Reference images may show slight tonal variations from the original work due to lighting in spaces, which can affect contrast or color temperature, as well as differences in viewing devices. Photographs have been made with the utmost care.

Perfect and sturdy packaging with tracking number.

*The certificate of authenticity will only be available for sales of 150€ or more.*

Shipping method: Will be shipped rolled in a sturdy cardboard tube. (no frame)

Signed, dated and numbered on the reverse of the card.

It is a unique piece.

CURRICULUM
Personal information
Las Tunas, Cuba, 1994. Lives and works in Barcelona, Spain.

Education
2013 // 2019 - University of Arts (ISA), Havana, Cuba. Degree in Visual Arts.
2009 // 2013 - Professional Academy of Arts Las Tunas, Cuba. Bachelor of Fine Arts, field of study: Painting.

Scholarships
March 2018 // July 2018 - STIBET Scholarship of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) for one semester of studies at the Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences, Alfter, Germany.
Feb // Aug 2023 - Goethe Institute scholarship for the B1 German level, Monika´s Atelier, Havana, Cuba.

Personal Exhibitions
2022 - What is the word, bi-personal with the artist Omar Pérez at his House Studio, Malecón 675, Havana, Cuba.
2018 - An unknown animal, Studio D’Nasco, Havana, Cuba.
2017 - The changing passivity of the Sun, bi-personal with the artist Denisse Muiños. Center of Development of the Arts, Havana, Cuba.
2016 - The object of the thousand Faces. El Mejunje, Santa Clara, Cuba.
2015 - Temporal Fivers (Distrito Project) University of Arts (ISA), Havana, Cuba.

Collective Exhibitions (selection)
2025- Open studio at Casa R.A.R.O. as part of their Residency Program for one month, Barcelona, Spain.
2023- Come together, Anthological Cuban Collage exhibition. @infraestudio headquarters, Havana, Cuba.
2020 - A crack in the wall, online exhibition on the Instagram platform @tallerchullima, Havana, Cuba.
2018 - End of semester exhibition at the Alanus Hochschule University, Alfter, Germany.
2018 - Und Nacht war...senseLaB X, Gallery from the Faculty of Visual Arts, University of Arts (ISA) Havana, Cuba.
2017 - senceLAB IX, Gallery of the Faculty of Visual Arts, University of Arts (ISA) Havana, Cuba.
2017 - Thirteen Tales + One, Ludwig Foundation, Havana, Cuba.
2016 - In Regla, Opening Studio. Interchange with The San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI). Studio of Felipe Dulzaides, Havana, Cuba.
2016 - Distrito, A territorial and subjective demarcation, Gallery Luz y Oficios, Havana, Cuba.
2015 - Mise en Scéne, University of Arts ISA (XII Biennial of Havana) Havana, Cuba.
2015 - Opened Work, Project of Transdiciplinary Art, (XII Biennial of Havana) National Museum of Art, Building of Cuban Art, Havana, Cuba.
2013 - Thesis Projects, Center of Development of the Arts, Las Tunas, Cuba.
2012 - Tree plus one, House of Ballad, Las Tunas, Cuba.

One-of-a-kind piece 100% handmade. This is not a print.

"The Indigo Shadow Watcher"
In this piece, graphic precision meets organic fluidity. Executed through translucent layers, the work balances botanical illustration and the technique of Japanese woodblock printing Ukiyo-e, with the precision in defining the plant shapes and the bold flat composition.
The work presents a strong chromatic and formal contrast. The cat's yellow-orange fur, with its defined, elongated spots, becomes a structural element that intertwines with the density of the deep-blue leaves. The feline’s intense gaze transforms the scene from a simple naturalistic study into a silent narrative. The stylization of the plant elements and the flatness of the violet background invite reading the piece not as a realistic representation, but as a decorative and atmospheric exploration of the jungle environment, complemented by the feline in a theatrical and mysterious setting.

Dimensions: 55 x 65 cm

Technique: Acrylic on cotton canvas.

Condition: Perfect

Origin: Spain

Year: 2026

Each work is signed on the back guaranteeing its authenticity and preserving its visual purity. Includes title, series, year of creation and signature.

Reference images may show slight tonal variations from the original work due to lighting in spaces, which can affect contrast or color temperature, as well as differences in viewing devices. Photographs have been made with the utmost care.

Perfect and sturdy packaging with tracking number.

*The certificate of authenticity will only be available for sales of 150€ or more.*

Shipping method: Will be shipped rolled in a sturdy cardboard tube. (no frame)

Signed, dated and numbered on the reverse of the card.

It is a unique piece.

CURRICULUM
Personal information
Las Tunas, Cuba, 1994. Lives and works in Barcelona, Spain.

Education
2013 // 2019 - University of Arts (ISA), Havana, Cuba. Degree in Visual Arts.
2009 // 2013 - Professional Academy of Arts Las Tunas, Cuba. Bachelor of Fine Arts, field of study: Painting.

Scholarships
March 2018 // July 2018 - STIBET Scholarship of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) for one semester of studies at the Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences, Alfter, Germany.
Feb // Aug 2023 - Goethe Institute scholarship for the B1 German level, Monika´s Atelier, Havana, Cuba.

Personal Exhibitions
2022 - What is the word, bi-personal with the artist Omar Pérez at his House Studio, Malecón 675, Havana, Cuba.
2018 - An unknown animal, Studio D’Nasco, Havana, Cuba.
2017 - The changing passivity of the Sun, bi-personal with the artist Denisse Muiños. Center of Development of the Arts, Havana, Cuba.
2016 - The object of the thousand Faces. El Mejunje, Santa Clara, Cuba.
2015 - Temporal Fivers (Distrito Project) University of Arts (ISA), Havana, Cuba.

Collective Exhibitions (selection)
2025- Open studio at Casa R.A.R.O. as part of their Residency Program for one month, Barcelona, Spain.
2023- Come together, Anthological Cuban Collage exhibition. @infraestudio headquarters, Havana, Cuba.
2020 - A crack in the wall, online exhibition on the Instagram platform @tallerchullima, Havana, Cuba.
2018 - End of semester exhibition at the Alanus Hochschule University, Alfter, Germany.
2018 - Und Nacht war...senseLaB X, Gallery from the Faculty of Visual Arts, University of Arts (ISA) Havana, Cuba.
2017 - senceLAB IX, Gallery of the Faculty of Visual Arts, University of Arts (ISA) Havana, Cuba.
2017 - Thirteen Tales + One, Ludwig Foundation, Havana, Cuba.
2016 - In Regla, Opening Studio. Interchange with The San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI). Studio of Felipe Dulzaides, Havana, Cuba.
2016 - Distrito, A territorial and subjective demarcation, Gallery Luz y Oficios, Havana, Cuba.
2015 - Mise en Scéne, University of Arts ISA (XII Biennial of Havana) Havana, Cuba.
2015 - Opened Work, Project of Transdiciplinary Art, (XII Biennial of Havana) National Museum of Art, Building of Cuban Art, Havana, Cuba.
2013 - Thesis Projects, Center of Development of the Arts, Las Tunas, Cuba.
2012 - Tree plus one, House of Ballad, Las Tunas, Cuba.

Details

Artist
Niurka Moreno Leyva
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
"El vigía de las sombras índigo" NO Reserve
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Spain
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
65 cm
Width
55 cm
Depiction/theme
Animals
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
SpainVerified
464
Objects sold
100%
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