José Luis Solá Ferrer (1945) - Fleurs et calme

Pictura Auctions presents this magnificent work of art by Solà Ferrer, depicting a natural landscape seen from within the forest, where the verticality of the trees and the softness of the environment convey calm, introspection, and balance. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it transmits.

Dimensions with frame: 48x54x4 cm.
Frameless dimensions: 33x41 cm.
Oil on canvas signed by hand by the artist in the lower left, Solà Ferrer.
The piece is in good condition.
The artwork is sold with a beautiful frame (included in the auction as a gift).

The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

Important note: the included photographs are an integral part of the lot description.

The picture 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 transportation itself.
The shipment will be sent via Correos, GLS, or NACEX with tracking. International shipping options are available.



This painting places us before a natural landscape viewed from a deeply personal and reflective perspective, where the elements of the environment are organized more by sensations than by a literal description of the space. The scene appears to be observed from within the forest or a wooded edge, creating a sense of intimacy and seclusion. From the very first moment, the composition conveys silence and stillness, as if the landscape were suspended in a moment of contained calm.
In the foreground, tall and stylized trunks stand out, crossing the scene vertically and acting as natural columns that structure the entire composition. These vertical forms not only delimit space but also guide the eye toward the background, establishing a steady visual rhythm. The trunks appear simplified, with soft contours and alternating cool and warm tones, reinforcing the sense of depth and physical proximity to the environment.
The middle plane opens up to a clearer area, where the land and vegetation extend with soft, muted tones. The greens, ochres, and blues blend naturally, suggesting prairies, fields, or clearings among the trees. The absence of detailed minutiae allows the landscape to breathe and the viewer to complete the scene with their own perception, reinforcing the evocative character of the work.
In the background, the landscape dissolves into a succession of hills and vegetative masses that blend with the sky. The shapes become more abstract and less defined, increasing the sense of distance and depth. The horizon is not clearly marked but suggested, contributing to an enveloping atmosphere where earth and sky seem to connect seamlessly.
Color plays an essential role in conveying the emotional overall. It is not used descriptively but expressively, prioritizing chromatic harmony and visual balance. Contrasts are moderate, and transitions between tones are smooth, reinforcing the feeling of serenity and contemplation. Everything in the scene invites slow, almost meditative observation.
Overall, the painting offers a poetic and serene view of the natural landscape, where trees, fields, and the horizon blend into a balanced composition that conveys calm, introspection, and a deep connection with nature.