Perfil Nº3 is an exceptional example of Manolo Valdés's mastery at the intersection of art history and contemporary visual language. In this striking composition, the iconic female profile - a recurring theme in Valdés's oeuvre - is rendered with a bold contrast between a serene, neutral outline and an elaborate chromatic headdress.

What sets this piece apart is the collage element inspired by Robert Delaunay, whose signature use of circular forms and dynamic color harmonies is directly referenced in the intricate textures adorning the headpiece. These geometric fragments bring a modernist energy to the work, layering it with depth, rhythm, and historical dialogue.

Valdés draws on classical portraiture, particularly from the Spanish Golden Age and Renaissance, reinterpreting it through abstraction and conceptual collage. The result is a captivating fusion of tradition and innovation.

With its mix of simplicity and complexity, Perfil Nº3 creates a compelling visual tension. The anonymous profile contrasts powerfully with the vibrant, almost architectural structure that crowns it. This interplay of restraint and ornamentation is a hallmark of Valdés's style - one that resonates strongly with collectors of contemporary Spanish art and modern figurative abstraction.

Executed with refined technique and unmistakable visual signature, Perfil Nº3 is not only a tribute to feminine beauty and timeless iconography, but also a celebration of the avant-garde spirit that transforms visual memory into something entirely new.