
Description
Baby Gorilla, oil on canvas
Creation year
1985
From a genetic point of view, the large primates of Africa are the closest relatives of humans. In no phase of life is this more evident than in infancy. Looking at this picture, we see not only an ape, but also a small child, which appeals strongly to our emotions. Also remarkable about the picture is the narrow color spectrum of predominantly blue and grey tones, which creates a somewhat melancholy mood.