Medium: Oil on canvas
Format: Landscape
Size: Height x Width x Depth (mm): 600 x 420 x 15
Framed: Yes

A striking oil painting by multi-award winning female artist Denisa Mansfield, that blends Art Deco elegance with a modern Cubism style and technique unique to Mansfield’s methods, creating a geometric portrait that challenges traditional representations of masculinity. The subject is rendered in bold, classy shades—deep reds, golden yellows, black and vibrant blues—each plane of the face and body defined by sharp and curved, angular forms. The impasto technique adds a tactile depth, with thick, expressive brush strokes that suggest the complexity beneath the surface.

This painting explores the multifaceted nature of identity, asking what truly defines a man. The fragmented yet cohesive composition reflects the idea that no single perspective or attribute can encapsulate a person. The bold geometry conveys strength and stability, while the textured layers hint at the emotional and psychological depth within. Through its dynamic interplay of form and color, ‘The Measure of a Man’ invites viewers to contemplate the diverse elements that compose human character.