The Procession of Verges is synonymous with tradition, emotion, and symbolism. This year, the official poster of the First Edition of the Poster Contest captures an iconic moment from this ancestral celebration, and the renowned artist Carme Sanglas has brought to life one of its most striking scenes: the leap of the skeletons to the rhythm of the drum.
In addition to the poster, an exclusive limited edition screen print has been created, handmade at the Ca La Rosa workshop. Only 50 numbered copies will be available. This unique piece will be released on Sunday, March 23 at 1:00 PM, during the official presentation of the poster. For those seeking a more accessible option, a poster-format editionwill also be available.
A Tribute to the Most Powerful Moment of the Procession
Carme Sanglas' creation is not just an image—it’s an artistic interpretation of a magical, unrepeatable moment. As the artist explains, the poster evokes the climactic instant of the Dansa de la Mort, when the sharp, repetitive sound of the drum marks the skeletons’ leaps, creating a visually and emotionally powerful scene.
In this depiction, the figures are not shown in full but are cut at the waist. This choice is deliberate: the focus is on the act of jumping, on the movement and expressive power of the dancers' legs. Their side-facing stance highlights their plasticity and dynamism, creating a sense of suspended energy—as if frozen mid-air in full motion.
Another key detail is the representation of the bones. While in the real procession, the bones are painted frontally on black bodysuits, here they appear in profile, matching the posture of the bodies. This choice adds a touch of abstraction while reinforcing the poster's connection to the graphic and folkloric spirit of the tradition.
Sanglas’ work plays with a palette of muted tones, achieving a sober and timeless effect. The bones, however, stand out in bright white, immediately capturing the viewer’s attention. Instead of realistic anatomy, the skeletons are stylized and folk-inspired—true to their essence in the Procession. This is not an anatomical rendering, but an artistic interpretation.
The composition is shifted upward, further emphasizing the sense of lift and motion—giving the impression that the skeletons are leaping out of the frame. The lower section leaves space for the poster’s key information.
