El hombre, la mujer, y la moza (by Rafael Zabaleta, 1957).
Rafael Zabaleta (1907–1960) was a renowned Spanish painter, born in Quesada, Jaén. His work is characterized by vivid colors and a distinctive style that often depicted rural Andalusian life, focusing on landscapes, peasants, and traditional scenes. Zabaleta's paintings reflect a deep connection to his native land, portraying the daily struggles and beauty of Andalusian rural communities.
Zabaleta's art shares a thematic resonance with the poetry of Miguel Hernández, as both artists were deeply inspired by the Spanish countryside, the lives of its people and the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Hernández's poetry, much like Zabaleta's paintings, captures the hardships and the enduring spirit of the working class. Their works convey a profound sense of empathy for the rural poor and a commitment to social justice. The two artists, though working in different mediums, created poignant representations of the same cultural and social landscapes, making their works complementary in capturing the essence of early 20th-century Spain.
On the back of the painting ‘El hombre, la mujer, y la moza’ by Rafael Zabaleta is inscribed the poem ‘Todas las casas son ojos’ by Miguel Hernández.