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NO RESERVE - Everyday objects, an oil painting on canvas from the 1980s European school, Spain, signed by hand, original edition, 33 × 41 cm.
Description from the seller
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to the European school, depicting an elegant and contemplative still life that represents the harmony and silent beauty of everyday objects. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 33x41x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by hand by the artist at the lower right.
· The piece is in good conservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the photographs included are an integral part of the lot description. Digital representation in an indicative mockup; there may be differences compared to the actual item in color, scale and details.
The painting will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert (https://www.instagram.com/ivex.online/), using high-quality materials to guarantee 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 presents a still life of great balance and visual sensitivity, where several everyday objects are transformed into a composition full of serenity, harmony and subtlety. The scene gathers containers and simple shapes placed on a warm, neutral surface, creating an intimate and contemplative atmosphere. At first glance, the composition seems simple, but precisely in that simplicity lies much of its beauty. Each object occupies its place with precision and balance, allowing the viewer to focus on the relationships between forms, volumes and light. The result is a silent and refined scene that conveys calm and a deep appreciation for the most mundane details.
The containers are depicted with great sensitivity toward shapes and surfaces. The central bottle, in light tones with soft reflections, becomes the visual axis of the composition thanks to its size and the way light glides over it. Beside it, the dark glass creates an elegant contrast that provides depth and color balance. The greenish vessel on the left introduces a sense of transparency and freshness, while the small bowl in the foreground adds proximity and delicacy to the whole. Each object has its own personality, yet all converse with each other through soft colors, reflections and carefully balanced proportions.
Light plays an essential role in the work. Rather than simply illuminating the objects, the light appears to model them softly, creating delicate reflections and shadow areas that add volume and serenity. The shiny surfaces of the containers reflect cool and warm tones that visually enrich the composition without ever losing the sense of simplicity. The neutral, warm background allows the objects to stand out naturally, without artifices or elements that distract attention. There is a tranquil, silent atmosphere that makes the scene almost meditational, inviting the viewer to contemplate the hidden beauty in the simplest and most routine things.
The composition is also notable for its intimate and timeless character. There is no explicit narrative or obvious symbolism; the interest of the work lies in the slow observation of the objects and in the relationship between their shapes and colors. This absence of drama creates a very attractive visual honesty, where beauty arises from the harmony between proportions, lights and textures. The scene recalls classical still lifes, where everyday objects were elevated to the status of poetic and contemplative elements. The painting conveys a sense of order, balance and stillness that invites stopping and enjoying the calm of simplicity.
In sum, the work offers an elegant and serene representation of everyday objects turned into a composition full of harmony and visual sensitivity. The delicacy of light, the simplicity of forms and the balance between warm and cool colors create an intimate and deeply contemplative scene. The painting conveys calm, refinement and a silent appreciation for the beauty hidden in the simplest elements of daily life, transforming an ordinary scene into an image full of balance and visual poetry.
Seller's Story
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork belonging to the European school, depicting an elegant and contemplative still life that represents the harmony and silent beauty of everyday objects. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.
· Dimensions of the work: 33x41x2 cm.
· Oil on canvas signed by hand by the artist at the lower right.
· The piece is in good conservation condition.
The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.
Important note: the photographs included are an integral part of the lot description. Digital representation in an indicative mockup; there may be differences compared to the actual item in color, scale and details.
The painting will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert (https://www.instagram.com/ivex.online/), using high-quality materials to guarantee 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 presents a still life of great balance and visual sensitivity, where several everyday objects are transformed into a composition full of serenity, harmony and subtlety. The scene gathers containers and simple shapes placed on a warm, neutral surface, creating an intimate and contemplative atmosphere. At first glance, the composition seems simple, but precisely in that simplicity lies much of its beauty. Each object occupies its place with precision and balance, allowing the viewer to focus on the relationships between forms, volumes and light. The result is a silent and refined scene that conveys calm and a deep appreciation for the most mundane details.
The containers are depicted with great sensitivity toward shapes and surfaces. The central bottle, in light tones with soft reflections, becomes the visual axis of the composition thanks to its size and the way light glides over it. Beside it, the dark glass creates an elegant contrast that provides depth and color balance. The greenish vessel on the left introduces a sense of transparency and freshness, while the small bowl in the foreground adds proximity and delicacy to the whole. Each object has its own personality, yet all converse with each other through soft colors, reflections and carefully balanced proportions.
Light plays an essential role in the work. Rather than simply illuminating the objects, the light appears to model them softly, creating delicate reflections and shadow areas that add volume and serenity. The shiny surfaces of the containers reflect cool and warm tones that visually enrich the composition without ever losing the sense of simplicity. The neutral, warm background allows the objects to stand out naturally, without artifices or elements that distract attention. There is a tranquil, silent atmosphere that makes the scene almost meditational, inviting the viewer to contemplate the hidden beauty in the simplest and most routine things.
The composition is also notable for its intimate and timeless character. There is no explicit narrative or obvious symbolism; the interest of the work lies in the slow observation of the objects and in the relationship between their shapes and colors. This absence of drama creates a very attractive visual honesty, where beauty arises from the harmony between proportions, lights and textures. The scene recalls classical still lifes, where everyday objects were elevated to the status of poetic and contemplative elements. The painting conveys a sense of order, balance and stillness that invites stopping and enjoying the calm of simplicity.
In sum, the work offers an elegant and serene representation of everyday objects turned into a composition full of harmony and visual sensitivity. The delicacy of light, the simplicity of forms and the balance between warm and cool colors create an intimate and deeply contemplative scene. The painting conveys calm, refinement and a silent appreciation for the beauty hidden in the simplest elements of daily life, transforming an ordinary scene into an image full of balance and visual poetry.

