Martí Rubió (1951) - El valle





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Oil on canvas landscape titled 'El valle' by Martí Rubió (1951), from Spain, dating to 1980–1990, hand-signed, sold with a frame.
Description from the seller
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Martí Rubió, depicting a wide rural landscape where hills, trees and cultivated fields form a tranquil scene that reflects the harmony between nature and country life. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.
· Frame dimensions: 47x57.5x5 cm.
· Artwork dimensions: 33x46 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by the artist in the lower left corner of the piece.
· The work is in good condition.
· The piece is sold with a lovely frame (included in the auction as a gift).
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 packaged 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 done by Correos, GLS or NACEX with tracking. International shipping is available.
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This painting shows a broad rural landscape that extends gently between hills and cultivated fields, creating a scene filled with serenity and depth. The composition opens the view to a valley where nature and human presence live together in harmony. The soft elevations of the terrain and the arrangement of the fields generate a visual rhythm that leads the eye along the landscape, inviting the viewer to explore every corner of the scene calmly.
In the foreground appear several tall, slender trees rising vertically toward the sky. Their light, slim trunks contrast with the darker, denser tones of the vegetation in the background. These vertical forms create a kind of natural frame that organizes the space of the square and adds depth to the scene, while also conveying a sense of lightness and movement.
Beyond the trees unfolds a mosaic of fields and plots that seem to follow the natural shape of the terrain. The various greens and earth tones suggest different types of crops or vegetation areas, creating a varied surface that stretches along the valley. This set of irregular forms adds dynamism to the scene and reinforces the feeling of a living landscape that changes with the seasons.
On the slopes of the hills small structures can be distinguished, dispersed within the surroundings. These houses, integrated into the landscape, add a human dimension to the scene without disturbing the tranquility that dominates the environment. Their presence suggests rural life and the bond between people and the land they work and inhabit.
The sky occupies the upper part of the painting with a broad and bright atmosphere. The soft, scattered clouds contribute to a sense of openness and calm. The light seems to wrap the entire landscape with a uniform tone, unifying the various natural and architectural elements into one tranquil scene.
Overall, the work represents a serene rural landscape where hills, fields and trees combine to create a harmonious scene that conveys the quiet beauty of nature and life in the countryside.
Seller's Story
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Martí Rubió, depicting a wide rural landscape where hills, trees and cultivated fields form a tranquil scene that reflects the harmony between nature and country life. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.
· Frame dimensions: 47x57.5x5 cm.
· Artwork dimensions: 33x46 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by the artist in the lower left corner of the piece.
· The work is in good condition.
· The piece is sold with a lovely frame (included in the auction as a gift).
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 packaged 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 done by Correos, GLS or NACEX with tracking. International shipping is available.
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This painting shows a broad rural landscape that extends gently between hills and cultivated fields, creating a scene filled with serenity and depth. The composition opens the view to a valley where nature and human presence live together in harmony. The soft elevations of the terrain and the arrangement of the fields generate a visual rhythm that leads the eye along the landscape, inviting the viewer to explore every corner of the scene calmly.
In the foreground appear several tall, slender trees rising vertically toward the sky. Their light, slim trunks contrast with the darker, denser tones of the vegetation in the background. These vertical forms create a kind of natural frame that organizes the space of the square and adds depth to the scene, while also conveying a sense of lightness and movement.
Beyond the trees unfolds a mosaic of fields and plots that seem to follow the natural shape of the terrain. The various greens and earth tones suggest different types of crops or vegetation areas, creating a varied surface that stretches along the valley. This set of irregular forms adds dynamism to the scene and reinforces the feeling of a living landscape that changes with the seasons.
On the slopes of the hills small structures can be distinguished, dispersed within the surroundings. These houses, integrated into the landscape, add a human dimension to the scene without disturbing the tranquility that dominates the environment. Their presence suggests rural life and the bond between people and the land they work and inhabit.
The sky occupies the upper part of the painting with a broad and bright atmosphere. The soft, scattered clouds contribute to a sense of openness and calm. The light seems to wrap the entire landscape with a uniform tone, unifying the various natural and architectural elements into one tranquil scene.
Overall, the work represents a serene rural landscape where hills, fields and trees combine to create a harmonious scene that conveys the quiet beauty of nature and life in the countryside.

