"Dulce Compañía"

Experience the tender nostalgia of "Dulce Compañía" (Sweet Company), an original mixed media work by the acclaimed Cuban artist Roger Ayala. This piece moves away from solitary introspection to explore themes of comfort, innocence, and connection.

The composition centers on a youthful figure cradling a cherished doll—a symbol of childhood security and unconditional friendship. Ayala’s signature "split-face" technique is softer here, blending light and shadow to depict a gaze that is both protective and serene. The subject is adorned with a vibrant tropical flower and accompanied by Ayala’s trademark birds, which perch trustingly on her head and hand, reinforcing the title's promise of "sweet company."

Set against a textured background of earth tones and washed teals, the painting balances the warmth of human emotion with the artist's surrealist edge. The visible brushstrokes and stitched details on the doll add a tactile, folk-art quality to this sophisticated piece.

The Artist: Roger Ayala (b. 1950)

A graduate of the Provincial School of Plastic Arts in Pinar del Río, Cuba, Roger Ayala has built a career on exploring the relationship between humanity and nature. His "split-face" technique—often used to show duality—is used here with great subtlety to highlight the shift between the outer world and inner thought. His works are officially recognized by the Fondo de Bienes Culturales and are treasured in international private collections.

Key Features

• Artist: Roger Ayala (Cuba)

• Title: Dulce Compañía (Sweet Company)

• Year: 2025

• Dimensions: 19 x 12.5 inches

• Style: Figurative Expressionism / Surrealism

• Palette: Earth tones, Teal, Red/Pink Accents

• Motifs: Childhood Doll, Birds, Floral Headdress, Innocence

Collector’s Note

"Dulce Compañía" is a heartwarming addition to any collection. It represents a "sanctuary of affection," making it an ideal piece for living spaces intended for gathering and comfort.