Homenaje a Joaquín Sorolla. “Tomando una copa con los borrachos de Zarauz”. Autorretrato. Óleo, 100x80. Adaptación libre del cuadro “El borracho, Zarauz” NG6683 Joaquín Sorolla, 1910”

This work is a self-portrait that pays homage to the famous Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla. Inspired by Sorolla’s painting “El borracho, Zarauz” (NG6683), this free adaptation captures the essence and atmosphere of the original, but with the artist’s personal touch. The painting depicts a scene in a tavern, where various characters gather to share a drink.

The composition and use of color evoke Sorolla’s characteristic style, with loose brushstrokes and meticulous attention to light and shadow. The central figure is a self-portrait of Arriero himself, integrated into the scene as one of the drinkers, adding a layer of intimacy and personal reflection to the work. The representation of the characters, with their expressions and postures, conveys a sense of conviviality and abandon, reflecting the raw reality of everyday life. The homage to Sorolla not only celebrates the technical mastery of the Valencian painter but also establishes a dialogue between past and present, showing the continued relevance of his work in contemporary art.