Miquel Torner de Semir (1938) - Frutas y formas






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Frutas y formas, an original oil painting by Miquel Torner de Semir (1938) from Spain, dating to 1990–2000, measuring 73 × 92 cm, hand-signed, in good condition.
Description from the seller
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent work of art belonging to Miquel Torner de Semir, which represents a modern still life where everyday objects are reinterpreted through color and form to create a dynamic and expressive composition. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 73x92x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist in the bottom right, Miquel Torner de Semir.
· The piece is in good preservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the photographs included are an integral part of the lot description.
The painting will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert, 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 via Correos or GLS with tracking. International shipping available.
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This painting presents a still life composition in which various everyday objects are arranged in a structured space laden with visual contrasts. The scene centers on a surface where elements such as a fruit bowl, a jug, a cup, and other domestic objects are grouped, creating a balanced yet tension-filled set. The arrangement does not aim for a strictly realistic representation, but rather for an interpretation that emphasizes shapes, volumes, and the interaction between the elements.
On the left side, the fruit bowl rises on a base that gives it prominence, containing several pieces of fruit that stand out for their intense colors. These vivid tones contrast strongly with the darker background, creating a focal point that immediately draws the eye. The fruits, rounded and compact, contribute a sense of weight and presence within the composition, while their arrangement suggests balance and order within a more abstract surroundings.
In the center of the scene, other objects such as a cup and utensils are arranged more diffusely, introducing a different dynamic to the composition. These forms, more geometric and simplified, add variety and enrich the visual reading of the whole. The interaction between these elements creates a play of lines and volumes that guides the gaze from one point to another, generating a constant visual journey.
On the right side, the jug appears as a dominant element due to its size and its stylized shape. Its curved silhouette contrasts with the stiffer lines of the surroundings, contributing to a balance between the organic and the structured. The background, composed of juxtaposed color planes, reinforces this sense of deliberate space construction, where each area seems carefully designed to dialogue with the others.
The work as a whole conveys a sense of experimentation and visual exploration, where everyday objects become pretexts to play with form, color, and composition. The combination of recognizable elements with a freer treatment of space yields a rich image with subtle nuances and open to multiple interpretations. The scene invites careful observation of every detail, uncovering new relationships between the objects at each glance. Taken together, the painting offers a contemporary and expressive view of the still life, where the everyday is transformed into an intense and suggestive visual experience.
Seller's Story
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent work of art belonging to Miquel Torner de Semir, which represents a modern still life where everyday objects are reinterpreted through color and form to create a dynamic and expressive composition. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 73x92x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist in the bottom right, Miquel Torner de Semir.
· The piece is in good preservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the photographs included are an integral part of the lot description.
The painting will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert, 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 via Correos or GLS with tracking. International shipping available.
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This painting presents a still life composition in which various everyday objects are arranged in a structured space laden with visual contrasts. The scene centers on a surface where elements such as a fruit bowl, a jug, a cup, and other domestic objects are grouped, creating a balanced yet tension-filled set. The arrangement does not aim for a strictly realistic representation, but rather for an interpretation that emphasizes shapes, volumes, and the interaction between the elements.
On the left side, the fruit bowl rises on a base that gives it prominence, containing several pieces of fruit that stand out for their intense colors. These vivid tones contrast strongly with the darker background, creating a focal point that immediately draws the eye. The fruits, rounded and compact, contribute a sense of weight and presence within the composition, while their arrangement suggests balance and order within a more abstract surroundings.
In the center of the scene, other objects such as a cup and utensils are arranged more diffusely, introducing a different dynamic to the composition. These forms, more geometric and simplified, add variety and enrich the visual reading of the whole. The interaction between these elements creates a play of lines and volumes that guides the gaze from one point to another, generating a constant visual journey.
On the right side, the jug appears as a dominant element due to its size and its stylized shape. Its curved silhouette contrasts with the stiffer lines of the surroundings, contributing to a balance between the organic and the structured. The background, composed of juxtaposed color planes, reinforces this sense of deliberate space construction, where each area seems carefully designed to dialogue with the others.
The work as a whole conveys a sense of experimentation and visual exploration, where everyday objects become pretexts to play with form, color, and composition. The combination of recognizable elements with a freer treatment of space yields a rich image with subtle nuances and open to multiple interpretations. The scene invites careful observation of every detail, uncovering new relationships between the objects at each glance. Taken together, the painting offers a contemporary and expressive view of the still life, where the everyday is transformed into an intense and suggestive visual experience.
