European school (XX) - Return to the farmhouse

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent work of art belonging to the European school, depicting an expansive rural landscape in which two small figures advance across the field toward a solitary house, surrounded by trees and mountains beneath a cloudy sky. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high painting quality it conveys. · Dimensions with frame: 54x62x5 cm. · Dimensions without frame: 38x46 cm. · Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist at the lower left. · The piece is in good condition. · The work is sold with a precious frame (included in the auction as a gift). The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona. Important note: the photographs included are an integral part of the lot description. Digital representation in an indicative mockup; there may be differences from the real article in color, scale, and details. The painting will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert (https://www.instagram.com/ivex.online/), using high-quality materials to ensure its protection. The shipping price covers both the cost of professional packaging and the actual transport. Shipping will be carried out via Correos, GLS or NACEX with tracking. International shipping available. This painting presents a wide and silent rural landscape, dominated by the presence of a farmhouse located in the distance, several figures advancing across the terrain, and mountains wrapped in a soft and slightly misty atmosphere. The scene conveys the sense of a tranquil day in the countryside, possibly early in the morning or at the end of the afternoon, when light loses intensity and colors take on a more serene appearance. The whole landscape seems to be frozen in a moment of calm, far from the noise and activity of cities. In the foreground extends a large area of land represented with ochre, greenish, brown, pinkish and gray tones. The earth appears irregular, marked by small elevations, grass areas, and fragments of wild vegetation. These color variations help convey the changing nature of the ground and add depth to the scene. The darker green areas at the bottom visually bring the landscape closer to the viewer, while the lighter tones lead the eye toward the background. Among the vegetation in the foreground you can distinguish small plants, grasses and scattered flowers. Some reddish, white and yellowish details discreetly stand out against the deep greens and enliven the surface of the field. It is not perfectly orderly terrain, but a natural and open space where vegetation grows freely, reinforcing the authenticity and everyday character of the rural environment. The central part is occupied by an extensive plain in earthy and subdued tones. On it sketch undefined paths, furrows and trails that seem to lead toward the house. The horizontal lines of the terrain create a sense of breadth and distance, while the soft variations in relief prevent the composition from feeling static. The field thus becomes a space of transit that links the foreground with the structures farther away. In the middle of the plain appear two small figures walking together toward the house. Despite their small size, their presence introduces a narrative and human element of great importance. One stands out with a note of red, while the other is depicted in darker and more discreet tones. Both seem to walk slowly along the path, perhaps returning after a day of work or heading toward the shelter of home. The small scale of these figures against the vastness of the field underscores the grandeur of the landscape and the close relationship between human beings and nature. Their silent march adds life without disturbing the tranquility of the whole. The viewer can imagine the sound of their footsteps on the earth, the fresh air coming from the mountains, and the serene fatigue of those who deeply know the rhythm of the countryside. The farmhouse sits slightly to the left of center and blends harmoniously into the landscape. Its light walls stand out softly against the dark tones of the vegetation and mountains, while the roof shows delicate reddish, pinkish and earthy hues. The construction has a simple and welcoming appearance, typical of a dwelling tied to agricultural work and a traditional way of life. Around the house are small walls, fences and elements suggesting the layout of the surrounding land. These clear lines delimit some spaces and allow us to imagine corrals, access paths or cultivated plots. The architecture does not dominate the scene, but forms part of it naturally, as if it had remained in that place for many years and shared the same earth tones that surround it. To the left rises a group of tall, dense trees, among which stands a slender and vertical plant form. Its dark greens, grays and yellowish tones contrast with the clear sky and provide balance to the composition. These trees seem to protect the house and impart a sense of rootedness, permanence and shelter. The masses of vegetation that accompany them reinforce the impression that we are looking at a rural property isolated. The distant mountains form a succession of soft profiles that overlap and gradually disappear into the distance. Their bluish, gray and violet tones create a deep and enveloping atmosphere. The elevation on the right has a broad and rounded contour, while the mountains on the left fade gradually, increasing the sense of distance. The haze seems to merge their silhouettes with the sky. The sky occupies almost half of the composition and is covered by an extensive layer of light clouds. The tones pearl gray, pale blue and white create a uniform and delicate illumination, without strong contrasts. In some spots you can perceive small yellowish glints suggesting the sun behind the clouds. This contained clarity surrounds the landscape in a melancholic, serene and slightly nostalgic atmosphere. The work seems to tell a simple story related to return, home and rural everyday life. The figures advancing toward the house can be interpreted as the end of a day or the start of a family journey. The breadth of space, the silence of the mountains, and the modest presence of the house evoke a life tied to the land, marked by patience, effort and the repetition of natural cycles. Overall, this painting offers an intimate and deeply evocative view of a rural landscape, where a solitary house, two small figures, trees and mountains are integrated under a cloudy yet luminous sky. The harmony of soft tones, the breadth of the field, and the delicate human presence turn the scene into an image filled with calm, nostalgia and authenticity, capable of conveying the silent beauty of life in contact with nature.

Estimación:€400

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