Francesca Escobar (1972) - Cubo rojo

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork by Francesca Escobar, which represents the purity and serenity of childhood, capturing a simple moment of play and discovery that evokes memories, calm, and tenderness. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the great pictorial quality it conveys.

· Dimensions of the artwork: 30x30x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas, hand-signed by the artist in the left corner of the work, Francesca.
The piece is in perfect condition.

The artwork comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

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This painting presents a scene full of tenderness and closeness, capturing an intimate moment of childhood in a coastal setting. A small boy, focused and absorbed in his own world, leans toward the ground while holding a red bucket in his hands. His posture conveys curiosity and total immersion in the action he is performing, as if time had stopped to allow him to explore calmly. The scene does not require direct glances or exaggerated gestures; everything is expressed through body language and the serenity of the moment.
The environment surrounding the child evokes a soft, luminous beach, where sandy tones mingle with lilac and blue hues that suggest shadows, reflections, and movement. The background, dominated by the sky and the sea, appears wide and open, creating a sense of space and freedom. There are no superfluous elements: everything is reduced to the essentials so that the attention is centered on the child's figure and its interaction with the immediate surroundings.
The child wears light-colored clothes that delicately contrast with the intense blue of his cap and pants, creating a visual balance that is harmonious and natural. The bright red of the cube becomes the focal point of the composition, symbolizing energy, imagination, and play. This color contrast reinforces the importance of the object, not only as a visual element but as an extension of the child’s inner world.
The expression on the face, though not completely defined, conveys concentration and calm. There is no rush or distraction, only mindfulness in the present experience. The scene awakens universal memories: simple games, endless afternoons, the sand between the hands and the sensation of constant discovery. The painting manages to connect with the viewer on an emotional level, appealing to memory and to the nostalgia of a free and spontaneous childhood.
Taken together, the work builds a quiet narrative about innocence, play, and the beauty of simple moments. It is an everyday scene transformed into something special, where calm, light, and childhood come together to convey a deep sense of peace, tenderness, and a connection to the purest memories.