Expressionist school (XX) - Yellow glow






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Yellow glow, an oil painting on canvas by the Expressionist school, 100 x 81 cm, Spain, 1970–1980, hand-signed, original edition.
Description from the seller
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to the expressionist school, which represents a visual celebration of nature through yellow flowers that express vitality, light and emotion in a serene setting. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the great pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 100x81x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by the artist by hand in the lower right.
· The piece is in good conservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the included photographs are an integral part of the lot description.
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 transport itself.
Shipping will be carried out by Correos, GLS or NACEX with tracking. International shipping available.
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This painting presents a set of yellow flowers rising gracefully over a soft background of bluish and grayish tones, creating a luminous and harmonious contrast. From the first glance, the composition conveys a sense of vitality and freshness, thanks to the predominance of the color yellow, which radiates energy and optimism. The flowers, arranged in irregular groups, seem to dialogue with each other, forming a visual network that guides the eye across the surface.
Each flower is built from multiple visible brushstrokes that suggest overlapping petals in motion. These shapes do not seek an exact representation, but a sensitive and expressive interpretation of nature. The contours, sometimes softened and other times emphasized, add dynamism and give each flower its own personality. The rhythmic repetition of the floral circles generates a sense of harmony and continuity.
The stems and leaves, stylized and elongated, integrate naturally into the whole, creating ascending lines that reinforce the sense of growth and lightness. Their bluish and greenish tones contrast with the intense yellow, balancing the composition and avoiding visual saturation. These vegetal forms function as a delicate structural support that maintains order within the apparent spontaneity.
The background, with a soft texture and uniform color, acts as a quiet space that allows the flowers to become the true protagonists. It does not distract or compete with them, but surrounds them in a calm and serene atmosphere. This empty space provides depth and visual relief, reinforcing the sense of lightness and clarity emanating from the conjunto.
Overall, the work conveys a poetic and luminous vision of nature, where the flowers become symbols of life, energy and hope. The composition blends balance and freedom, inviting the viewer to contemplate the simple beauty of the vegetal from an emotional and sensitive perspective.
Seller's Story
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to the expressionist school, which represents a visual celebration of nature through yellow flowers that express vitality, light and emotion in a serene setting. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the great pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 100x81x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by the artist by hand in the lower right.
· The piece is in good conservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the included photographs are an integral part of the lot description.
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 transport itself.
Shipping will be carried out by Correos, GLS or NACEX with tracking. International shipping available.
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This painting presents a set of yellow flowers rising gracefully over a soft background of bluish and grayish tones, creating a luminous and harmonious contrast. From the first glance, the composition conveys a sense of vitality and freshness, thanks to the predominance of the color yellow, which radiates energy and optimism. The flowers, arranged in irregular groups, seem to dialogue with each other, forming a visual network that guides the eye across the surface.
Each flower is built from multiple visible brushstrokes that suggest overlapping petals in motion. These shapes do not seek an exact representation, but a sensitive and expressive interpretation of nature. The contours, sometimes softened and other times emphasized, add dynamism and give each flower its own personality. The rhythmic repetition of the floral circles generates a sense of harmony and continuity.
The stems and leaves, stylized and elongated, integrate naturally into the whole, creating ascending lines that reinforce the sense of growth and lightness. Their bluish and greenish tones contrast with the intense yellow, balancing the composition and avoiding visual saturation. These vegetal forms function as a delicate structural support that maintains order within the apparent spontaneity.
The background, with a soft texture and uniform color, acts as a quiet space that allows the flowers to become the true protagonists. It does not distract or compete with them, but surrounds them in a calm and serene atmosphere. This empty space provides depth and visual relief, reinforcing the sense of lightness and clarity emanating from the conjunto.
Overall, the work conveys a poetic and luminous vision of nature, where the flowers become symbols of life, energy and hope. The composition blends balance and freedom, inviting the viewer to contemplate the simple beauty of the vegetal from an emotional and sensitive perspective.
