Agustí Sargatal (1935) - El patio

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Agustí Sargatal, which depicts a tranquil traditional-architecture courtyard surrounded by flowers and vegetation, evoking the serenity and charm of an old village corner. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it transmits.

· Dimensions of the work: 41x33x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist at the bottom right, A. Sargatal.
· The piece is in good conservation condition.

The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

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

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This painting shows a charming corner of an ancient complex of rural buildings where traditional architecture and nature meet in perfect harmony. The scene presents a small courtyard or interior space surrounded by buildings of a historic look, whose warm, faded walls convey the feeling of a place that has been inhabited and lived in for generations. The composition invites the viewer to calmly observe every corner, as if the spectator were entering a silent place loaded with history.

The buildings surrounding the courtyard have sloped tiled roofs that add texture and visual depth to the scene. Their facades show small windows and doors that suggest the daily life of those who have inhabited this space. The architecture is simple yet full of character, reflecting the authenticity of a rural setting where the passage of time has left its mark on every surface.

In the center of the composition a stone arch stands out, functioning as a passage to another area of the place. This architectural element creates a point of interest that guides the viewer’s gaze toward the interior of the ensemble, adding depth and a sense of journey. Next to the arch, plants and flowers grow, climbing the walls, adding color and life to the environment and softening the solidity of the stone.

Vegetation plays an important role in the scene. Shrubs, flowers, and small plants are distributed around the courtyard and along the walls, creating a welcoming and natural atmosphere. The pinkish flowers stand out among the greens of the leaves and the earthy tones of the constructions, providing a delicate contrast that fills the scene with freshness and beauty.

In the background a tower rises above the buildings and trees, suggesting the presence of a church or a historic structure that dominates the landscape of the place. This vertical element balances the composition and adds a sense of identity to the surroundings, evoking the image of a small traditional village where religious architecture forms part of the everyday landscape.

Taken together, the work conveys the tranquility and charm of an ancient rural patio where traditional buildings, vegetation, and daylight create a space full of calm, history, and natural beauty.