Francesca Escobar (1972) - Little bear





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Oil painting on canvas titled 'Little bear' by Francesca Escobar (born 1972), produced in 1990-2000, hand-signed, original edition, 30×30 cm, in excellent condition, originating from Spain and sold by Galería.
Description from the seller
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Francesca Escobar, which represents the innocence of childhood in harmony with the calm of the sea, evoking a moment of peace, discovery and connection with nature. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the great pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 30x30x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by the artist in the top right corner of the work, Francesca.
· The piece is in perfect conservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the photographs included are 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 packing 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 places us in an intimate and luminous scene beside the sea, where a child figure becomes the focal point of the entire composition. The girl, seen from behind, walks toward the shore with a calm stride, gradually immersing herself in a landscape dominated by the serenity of the water and the clarity of the sky. Her silhouette, centered and delicately delineated, conveys a sense of innocence and discovery, as if each step were a small adventure into the unknown. The choice to show her from behind invites the viewer to accompany her, to share her gaze toward the horizon.
The girl's clothing, light and in pale tones, reinforces the feeling of freshness and freedom. The wide dress, which seems to move softly with the sea breeze, adds dynamism to the scene, while the wide-brim hat protects her face from the sun and provides a touch of tenderness and elegance. In one of her hands she holds an object reminiscent of a toy or stuffed animal, which further accentuates the childish character of the moment and suggests a personal story, a small emotional universe that accompanies her walk by the sea.
The natural surrounding is depicted with a richness of nuances that evoke the sound and movement of the water. The waves, soft and foamy, advance toward the shore at a steady rhythm, creating a visual texture that conveys calm and continuity. The blues and turquoises of the sea blend with the white reflections of the foam, generating a harmonious contrast that adds depth to the scene. The horizon line, clear and stable, separates the sea from the sky and acts as a point of balance within the composition.
The sand, light and bright, occupies the foreground and provides a base for the girl's figure. Its uneven surface, marked by soft shadows and tonal variations, suggests the dampness of the shore and the recent passing of the waves. This open space reinforces the sense of breadth and freedom, as if the environment invites limitless exploration. The interaction between sand, water and the human figure creates a visual dialogue that connects the tangible with the emotional.
Overall, the work conveys a deep sense of peace, nostalgia and contemplation, capturing a simple moment but charged with meaning, where childhood, nature and light intertwine to evoke the beauty of the purest and most silent moments.
Seller's Story
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Francesca Escobar, which represents the innocence of childhood in harmony with the calm of the sea, evoking a moment of peace, discovery and connection with nature. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the great pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 30x30x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by the artist in the top right corner of the work, Francesca.
· The piece is in perfect conservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the photographs included are 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 packing 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 places us in an intimate and luminous scene beside the sea, where a child figure becomes the focal point of the entire composition. The girl, seen from behind, walks toward the shore with a calm stride, gradually immersing herself in a landscape dominated by the serenity of the water and the clarity of the sky. Her silhouette, centered and delicately delineated, conveys a sense of innocence and discovery, as if each step were a small adventure into the unknown. The choice to show her from behind invites the viewer to accompany her, to share her gaze toward the horizon.
The girl's clothing, light and in pale tones, reinforces the feeling of freshness and freedom. The wide dress, which seems to move softly with the sea breeze, adds dynamism to the scene, while the wide-brim hat protects her face from the sun and provides a touch of tenderness and elegance. In one of her hands she holds an object reminiscent of a toy or stuffed animal, which further accentuates the childish character of the moment and suggests a personal story, a small emotional universe that accompanies her walk by the sea.
The natural surrounding is depicted with a richness of nuances that evoke the sound and movement of the water. The waves, soft and foamy, advance toward the shore at a steady rhythm, creating a visual texture that conveys calm and continuity. The blues and turquoises of the sea blend with the white reflections of the foam, generating a harmonious contrast that adds depth to the scene. The horizon line, clear and stable, separates the sea from the sky and acts as a point of balance within the composition.
The sand, light and bright, occupies the foreground and provides a base for the girl's figure. Its uneven surface, marked by soft shadows and tonal variations, suggests the dampness of the shore and the recent passing of the waves. This open space reinforces the sense of breadth and freedom, as if the environment invites limitless exploration. The interaction between sand, water and the human figure creates a visual dialogue that connects the tangible with the emotional.
Overall, the work conveys a deep sense of peace, nostalgia and contemplation, capturing a simple moment but charged with meaning, where childhood, nature and light intertwine to evoke the beauty of the purest and most silent moments.

