Javier Ripol Girona (1926) - Puerto tranquilo

Pictura Galeria presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Ripol Girona, depicting several sailing vessels resting by the shore while the silhouette of a city softly outlines itself on the coastal horizon. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.

· Frame dimensions: 58.5x71x3 cm.
· Artwork dimensions: 35x48 cm.
· Hand-signed watercolor by the artist in the right corner of the piece.
· The work is in good conservation condition.
· The piece is sold with a lovely frame with protective glass (included in the auction as a gift).

The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

Note: the photographs included form an integral part of the lot description.

The artwork 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 packing and the transport itself.
Shipping will be carried out by Correos or GLS with tracking. International shipping is available.

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This painting presents a tranquil coastal scene in which several sailing vessels rest near the shore while the landscape of the city stretches in the distance. The composition unfolds in a wide open space where land, water, and sky blend into a soft, luminous atmosphere. The vessels, with their sails unfurled in pale and reddish tones, become the central element of the image, immediately capturing the viewer’s attention. The landscape conveys a sense of calm, as if it were a paused moment at the end of the day, when port activity becomes more serene.

In the foreground there is a land or sand surface occupying a large part of the lower portion of the painting. This area features warm tones suggesting dry or slightly sandy terrain, marked by small irregularities and color nuances. The texture of the ground adds depth and allows the scene to be perceived as an open space that visually leads toward the water and the boats. This foreground acts as an entry point for the gaze, guiding the viewer toward the center of the composition.

In the middle section, several boats are lined up or resting near the shore, with their sails raised at different angles. These sails, in geometric shapes and soft contrasts between light and reddish tones, create a visual rhythm that adds dynamism to the scene. Some vessels appear to rest on the sand or on a small pier, while others are closer to the water. The arrangement of the sails suggests movement and marine life, though the overall atmosphere of the painting conveys tranquility rather than activity.

In the background, the silhouette of a city extends along the horizon. The buildings are depicted in a simple, almost shadow-like way that forms a continuous silhouette separating the sky from the coastal landscape. Among these shapes, the presence of a tower or belfry stands out, protruding from the urban profile and providing a vertical reference point that balances the composition. This detail suggests proximity to a historic urban core, possibly linked to the port and maritime activity.

The sky occupies a large portion of the scene and displays a soft gradient of colors that evoke warm, diffused light. Small light specks scattered across the sky add texture and reinforce the landscape’s atmospheric feel. The transition between the sky, the city, and the harbor is made harmoniously, creating a balanced image where each element occupies its place within the whole.

Overall, the work conveys the serenity of a port landscape where vessels rest beside the shore while the city’s outline subtly appears in the distance. The combination of sails, urban horizon, and wide sky creates a contemplative scene that evokes the calm of the coastline and the historical relationship between urban life and the sea.