Manuel Ortega (1921) - Mediterranean Female Figure





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Manuel Ortega’s oil on canvas titled Mediterranean Female Figure, from Spain, dating to 1960–1970, original edition, signed by hand, sold with frame, measuring 53 cm high by 45 cm wide and weighing 6 kg, depicting popular culture in an expressionist style.
Description from the seller
Manuel Ortega y Pérez de Monforte (Madrid, 1921 - 2014)
Female figure at the port
Manuel Ortega Pérez de Monforte
Born in 1921
Spanish School of the 20th century
Oil on canvas
Special mounting: canvas presented on glass
Artwork dimensions: 46 x 38 cm
Overall dimensions with frame: 66 x 56 cm
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE WORK
1.1. Title
Female figure at the port
1.2. Authorship
Work signed by Manuel Ortega Pérez de Monforte, Spanish painter born in 1921.
The signature appears in the lower left corner, and on the reverse there is also a handwritten inscription with the artist's name.
1.3. School and chronology
The work belongs to the Spanish school of the 20th century, within a modern figurative painting of Mediterranean sensibility.
Due to its technique, color palette and composition, it can be placed in the second half of the 20th century.
1.4. Technique and measurements
Oil on canvas.
Canvas dimensions: 46 x 38 cm.
Overall dimensions with frame: 66 x 56 cm.
2. ARTISTIC DESCRIPTION
The work depicts a female figure situated in a port environment. The woman stands, carrying a large basket or load on her head, in a scene that evokes everyday work by the sea.
In the background there are hints of boats, masts, coastal architecture and a luminous atmosphere, treated with soft tones and a free brushwork. The composition has a serene, almost poetic beauty, where the figure becomes a symbol of dignity, effort and Mediterranean life.
The palette is built with yellows, whites, pinks, soft greens and pastel tones. The painting conveys light, calm and a very gentle sensibility, close to a modern figurativism of post-impressionist roots.
3. STYLE AND CONTEXT
3.1. Style
Within the usual categories, the work can be classified as figurative Post-Impressionism.
It maintains a recognizable scene, but does not seek detailed realism. The emphasis is on light, color, atmosphere and the emotion of the whole.
3.2. Artistic context
The work is framed within the Spanish tradition of the 20th century interested in popular, maritime and Mediterranean scenes.
The female figure, the port and the clear brushstroke connect with a pictorial sensibility that values everyday beauty, humble work and the luminosity of the surroundings.
4. CONDITION
The work is in good overall condition, with normal signs of use and aging.
The painted surface preserves a clear and attractive reading. It may show small marks, slight irregularities or occasional surface dirt, visible in the photographs.
The piece has a special mounting, with the canvas presented on glass, which gives a particular appearance and requires careful handling.
The frame shows light signs of use, in keeping with its age and presentation.
5. WARRANTY AND TRANSPARENCY
Offered as an original oil on canvas work, signed by Manuel Ortega Pérez de Monforte.
The cataloging is based on the visible signature, the later inscription, the technique, the support and the visual analysis of the work.
Because of the mounting with glass, shipping will be specially protected and careful, using professional packaging to preserve both the painting and the frame.
6. COLLECTOR'S OPPORTUNITY
A luminous and delicate work, ideal for connoisseurs of Spanish painting of the 20th century, port scenes and Mediterranean figurativism.
The female figure conveys presence, dignity and simple beauty. It is a kind, elegant painting full of sensibility, perfect for interiors where one seeks a piece with soul, light and artistic character.
A signed work, of pleasant format and great visual charm.
Seller's Story
Manuel Ortega y Pérez de Monforte (Madrid, 1921 - 2014)
Female figure at the port
Manuel Ortega Pérez de Monforte
Born in 1921
Spanish School of the 20th century
Oil on canvas
Special mounting: canvas presented on glass
Artwork dimensions: 46 x 38 cm
Overall dimensions with frame: 66 x 56 cm
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE WORK
1.1. Title
Female figure at the port
1.2. Authorship
Work signed by Manuel Ortega Pérez de Monforte, Spanish painter born in 1921.
The signature appears in the lower left corner, and on the reverse there is also a handwritten inscription with the artist's name.
1.3. School and chronology
The work belongs to the Spanish school of the 20th century, within a modern figurative painting of Mediterranean sensibility.
Due to its technique, color palette and composition, it can be placed in the second half of the 20th century.
1.4. Technique and measurements
Oil on canvas.
Canvas dimensions: 46 x 38 cm.
Overall dimensions with frame: 66 x 56 cm.
2. ARTISTIC DESCRIPTION
The work depicts a female figure situated in a port environment. The woman stands, carrying a large basket or load on her head, in a scene that evokes everyday work by the sea.
In the background there are hints of boats, masts, coastal architecture and a luminous atmosphere, treated with soft tones and a free brushwork. The composition has a serene, almost poetic beauty, where the figure becomes a symbol of dignity, effort and Mediterranean life.
The palette is built with yellows, whites, pinks, soft greens and pastel tones. The painting conveys light, calm and a very gentle sensibility, close to a modern figurativism of post-impressionist roots.
3. STYLE AND CONTEXT
3.1. Style
Within the usual categories, the work can be classified as figurative Post-Impressionism.
It maintains a recognizable scene, but does not seek detailed realism. The emphasis is on light, color, atmosphere and the emotion of the whole.
3.2. Artistic context
The work is framed within the Spanish tradition of the 20th century interested in popular, maritime and Mediterranean scenes.
The female figure, the port and the clear brushstroke connect with a pictorial sensibility that values everyday beauty, humble work and the luminosity of the surroundings.
4. CONDITION
The work is in good overall condition, with normal signs of use and aging.
The painted surface preserves a clear and attractive reading. It may show small marks, slight irregularities or occasional surface dirt, visible in the photographs.
The piece has a special mounting, with the canvas presented on glass, which gives a particular appearance and requires careful handling.
The frame shows light signs of use, in keeping with its age and presentation.
5. WARRANTY AND TRANSPARENCY
Offered as an original oil on canvas work, signed by Manuel Ortega Pérez de Monforte.
The cataloging is based on the visible signature, the later inscription, the technique, the support and the visual analysis of the work.
Because of the mounting with glass, shipping will be specially protected and careful, using professional packaging to preserve both the painting and the frame.
6. COLLECTOR'S OPPORTUNITY
A luminous and delicate work, ideal for connoisseurs of Spanish painting of the 20th century, port scenes and Mediterranean figurativism.
The female figure conveys presence, dignity and simple beauty. It is a kind, elegant painting full of sensibility, perfect for interiors where one seeks a piece with soul, light and artistic character.
A signed work, of pleasant format and great visual charm.

