This portrait from 1927 represents one of the popular female types so characteristic of the painter, although an evolution can be seen that enriches the typology with the incorporation of symbols and the use of a tenebrist palette. The model is represented up to the waist, with the body slightly turned and the head facing forward. Dressed in a white blouse and a red shawl, with her hair tied up and adorned with a rose. The face stands out, with great expression and realism, where the painter does not hesitate to represent the facial features of this gypsy from Córdoba, such as the wrinkle on her forehead and the strength of her gaze. The popular character of the model is confirmed by the copper jug that she carries in her hands. As can be seen throughout his production, Romero de Torres repeatedly places emphasis on the static gestures of hands and faces, masterfully rewriting Renaissance models.
La niña de la rosa
