Miquel Torner de Semir (1938) - Madre eterna · XL FORMAT

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork by Miquel Torner de Semir, which portrays motherhood as a universal symbol of protection, serenity, and spiritual connection between mother and child. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.

• Framed dimensions: 96x76x5 cm.
• Unframed dimensions: 86x65 cm.
• Oil on panel, hand-signed by the artist in the lower left corner, Miquel Torner de Semir.
• The piece is in good conservation condition.
• The work is sold with a precious frame (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. Digital rendering in a representative mockup; there may be differences from the actual article in color, scale, and details.

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This painting presents a scene of strong symbolic and spiritual force, centered on the figure of a seated woman who holds a child on her lap, immediately evoking a composition of almost sacred character. The feminine figure, with a serene face and frontal gaze, conveys a sense of solemn calm, as if suspended in its own time. Her posture is firm and stable, occupying the central space of the work, while the child, smaller and tucked in, rests against her with a tranquil attitude, creating an intimate and protective bond between them.

The surrounding environment reinforces this atmosphere of solemnity, with an architectural structure reminiscent of an arch or niche that frames the main scene. This element creates an altar or sanctuary effect, elevating the importance of the depicted figures. On both sides, simplified shapes appear that suggest secondary figures or human columns, adding balance and symmetry to the composition. These side elements seem to act as silent guardians, reinforcing the centrality of the mother and child.

The color use is intense and expressive, especially the reddish tones of the main figure’s dress, which draw the eye and convey warmth and vitality. These tones contrast with the deep blues and ochres of the background, creating a rich and enveloping chromatic harmony. Details in golden and pale tones add luminosity, suggesting an almost transcendental atmosphere. Color not only defines the forms but also constructs the emotional character of the scene, accentuating its symbolic dimension.

The shapes are treated in a simplified and stylized manner, with bold lines that delineate the figures and give the work an almost primitive or archaic character. The faces, with schematic features, convey a contained expression, without excess detail, contributing to a sense of universality. This simplification does not diminish the image’s strength; rather, it concentrates it, allowing the viewer to focus on the relationship between the figures and the deeper meaning of the scene rather than on individual details.

The composition is carefully structured, with a clear balance between verticality and symmetry. The central figure acts as the axis, while the surrounding elements create a frame that guides the gaze toward the emotional core of the work. The child, slightly displaced but integrated into the maternal figure, adds dynamism without breaking the overall stability. Everything in the scene seems arranged to convey a sense of order, permanence, and meaning.

Taken together, the painting presents a powerful image of motherhood and protection wrapped in a symbolic and timeless atmosphere, where the central figure becomes an icon of serenity, strength, and human connection.