Decision
Decision is an artwork by Séfora Camazano. It is an original Giclée fine art print on 100% cotton, acid-free canvas, measuring 92 x 73 cm. Created in 2024, it is part of the “Female Portraits: Looking Back to the Past” collection.
The painting is a portrait of Rezvan, depicted in a dignified and elegant pose, seated with curly, reddish hair that falls softly over her shoulders. She is dressed in a classic black gown that leaves her shoulders bare, adorned with a pearl necklace, a sparkling brooch, a delicate bracelet on her left wrist, and a ring.
On her chest, a striking detail stands out: two large flowers, one red and the other pale yellow, adding a touch of color and symbolism to the ensemble. The woman is surrounded by a background in grayish-green tones with a touch of dark magenta on the left, creating contrast and depth in the artwork. Her arms rest gently on her lap, and beside her is part of a leather armchair with metallic studs, evoking an elegant and sophisticated setting.
Her expression is serene and reflective, with a steady, determined gaze, seemingly lost in deep thoughts. The image evokes emotions of strength, dignity, and perhaps a subtle melancholy. It conveys the impression of a woman who has faced difficult experiences but remains firm and composed, with an inner strength that feels almost palpable in her posture and expression.
Rezvan is an Iranian woman whose childhood was marked by difficult experiences in a conservative Islamic environment. From a young age, she suffered sexual abuse at the hands of her own uncle, a man of high rank in the army with social recognition. When she sought support from her aunt, Rezvan was met with rejection and blame instead of help.
Rezvan also practices the Bahá’í faith, a religion that promotes equal rights between men and women and lacks a clerical system—values that deeply contrast with the principles of Iran’s Islamic government. This faith has led to the persecution of thousands of Bahá’ís throughout Iran’s history.
Seeking freedom and respect, Rezvan decided to leave her country and start anew in Spain. However, in her new environment, she also faced challenges, including new episodes of harassment.
“Decision” defines Rezvan, who chose to leave everything familiar behind to rebuild her life in a country offering religious freedom and respect for women.
Artwork production
Decision was inspired on the artwork Portrait of Mrs. Orville E. Babcock (1911), by Joaquín Sorolla.
