Ramón López Morelló (1903-?) - El desván

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Ramón López Morelló, depicting a solitary figure reflecting in an attic full of old objects that symbolize memories, emotions and the passage of time. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.

· Frame dimensions: 67x59.5x4 cm.
· Artwork dimensions: 49.5x41 cm.
· Mixed media, hand-signed by the artist in the lower right corner of the work.
· The piece is in good preservation condition.
· The work is sold with a beautiful frame with protective glass (included in the auction as a gift).

The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

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

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This painting presents an interior scene full of mystery and symbolism set in a wide attic or elevated space under the roof of an old house. The place is filled with diverse objects that seem to have been stored over time, creating an atmosphere charged with memory and nostalgia. The roof beams extend to form a geometric structure that frames the space and directs the viewer’s gaze toward the center of the scene, where a deeply introspective situation unfolds. The light entering through a small upper opening suggests a soft glow that bathes the objects and reinforces the sense of stillness.

In the center of the space appears a human figure seated on a trunk or box, with the body leaning forward and the head resting in the hands. The posture clearly conveys a state of deep reflection, sadness or emotional fatigue. The figure seems lost in thought, surrounded by the objects that fill the attic. This human presence introduces a strong emotional component to the scene, turning the place into a space of introspection where memories and emotions seem to float among the stored items.

The attic is filled with curious and varied elements that appear to belong to different eras and contexts. Among them are antique furniture, frames, chests, and decorative objects that seem to have been kept after falling out of use. Some furniture pieces appear suspended or placed in unconventional ways, adding a surreal character to the scene. This arrangement creates a sense of strangeness and dreaminess, as if the space did not completely obey the normal laws of gravity or ordinary order.

Among the objects there are decorative items and figures that contribute strong symbolic value to the composition. A sewing mannequin, an ornate lamp, elegant chairs, and various personal belongings help build a scene that seems charged with past stories. Each object appears to represent fragments of lives, memories or experiences that have been stored in this place. The whole creates an atmosphere in which the past seems to coexist with the present.

Overall, the work conveys a sense of introspection, memory and contemplation of the passage of time. The attic full of objects becomes a symbolic space where memories, experiences and emotions accumulate. The human figure seated amid this environment seems to embody the contemplation of all that has been lived or left behind, creating a deeply evocative scene that invites the viewer to reflect on memory and identity.