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Cockfight

This acrylic expressionism piece displays a cockfight with an audience. The Fighting Cock, a type of domestic fowl, originated in India more than 4,500 years ago. In the Dominican Republic, cockfighting is celebrated as a symbol of the country’s warrior spirit. It is a popular sport within the island that the people have a delight for. The acrylic colors used in this expressionism piece consist of neutral tones. Yellow, brown, green, a small amount of blue, and orange. The artist says, “So many people from our fields who are fans of these games with their bets.”.