Ismael Subirana (1937) - El valle amarillo

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork by Ismael Subirana, which portrays the serenity and fullness of nature in bloom, capturing a moment of luminous calm where the landscape invites rest and contemplation. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high level of pictorial quality it conveys.

Dimensions of the artwork: 46x61x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas, hand-signed by the artist in the lower right corner, Ismael Subirana.
· The piece is in good condition.

The artwork comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

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This painting unfolds as a bright and deeply natural scene, where the landscape presents itself in full harmony with the serene rhythm of the surroundings. In the foreground, a broad field covered with yellow flowers stretches generously, creating a living carpet that seems to undulate gently with the breeze. The floral abundance is not overwhelming, but welcoming, as if inviting the viewer to enter slowly into that open and fertile space.
The yellow color dominates the lower part of the composition and provides an immediate sense of light, vitality, and renewal. These flowers, distributed in what appears to be spontaneous fashion, create a play of light and shadow that adds depth to the terrain. Among them, varied greens can be discerned, reinforcing the vegetal richness of the landscape and conveying the feeling of a healthy, vibrant environment in balance with the passage of the seasons.
In the middle ground, the landscape becomes more intimate and enclosed. Shrubs and trees of varying heights form a natural boundary that guides the eye toward the background. Their greenish-ochre tones, more subdued, softly contrast with the intensity of the flowering field, providing visual balance. A small stream discreetly winds its way through the vegetation, adding freshness and a subtle sense of movement to the scene.
The background is dominated by a gentle hill or mountain, wrapped in a slightly hazy atmosphere. Its grayish and bluish tones create a sense of distance and depth, as if the landscape extended beyond the canvas. The sky, clear and tranquil, accompanies this transition with a soft light that bathes the entire surroundings without harshness, reinforcing the sense of calm and continuity.
The scene lacks any visible human presence, which intensifies the direct connection with nature. Everything seems paused in a perfect moment, where time passes slowly and silence becomes part of the landscape. The painting invites slow contemplation, to breathe deeply, and to let oneself be carried by the serenity that emanates from every corner.
Taken together, the work conveys a sense of fullness and natural balance, depicting a bright and serene landscape that celebrates the simple beauty of the countryside and the deep calm that nature offers in its purest state.