A. Simarro (XX) - Desnudo en penumbra
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Desnudo en penumbra, oil on canvas on panel, 60 × 50 cm, 2015, by A. Simarro (XX) from Spain, original edition, hand-signed, in good condition.
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Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of quiet and intimacy with this masterful study of the female nude, an ode to vulnerability, elegance, and the beauty of the human body. It is an oil painting on panel, 60x50 cm, by A. Simarro.
The work, from the artist's studio, captures a fleeting and deeply introspective moment: a figure gathered on white sheets, enveloped in a play of light and shadow that conveys peace, mystery, and contained emotion. It is a painting that not only decorates but also transforms the mood of any room into a refuge of calm and contemplation, ideal for demanding collectors who value rigorous academic drawing combined with deep emotional expressiveness.
From a technical standpoint, this painting shows exceptional command of the human figure and chiaroscuro, heir to the European figurative tradition and academic realism.
What stands out in this work is the contrast between the warmth of the skin and the cool, deep tones of the background, creating a refined atmosphere that draws all eyes without being loud. The composition celebrates anatomical beauty with respect, subtlety, and the lyricism of classic figurative painting, whose style delves into figurative realism with influences of academia and classical chiaroscuro.
The artist uses a softly defined lateral light entering from the left, bathing the back, shoulders, and limbs of the model. This technique allows shaping the muscular and bony volumes with notable precision, creating three-dimensional depth and visual drama.
The contrast between the solidity of the skin and the fluidity of the white fabrics stands out. The sheets are treated with looser brushwork and richer chromatic nuances (violet, gray, and blue reflections), serving as a base and perfect frame for the central figure.
The color palette is sober and balanced. The cool tones of the background (slate blues and dark greens) and garments highlight the warm, flesh-toned skin, creating a vibrant visual dialogue between coldness and warmth.
The gathered posture of the figure forms a very stable pyramidal composition, while the head’s tilt conceals the face, focusing attention on the form, the line of the spine, and the gestural movements of the hands and feet.
A photo is included showing the painting framed. The work will be shipped UNFRAMED.
Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of quiet and intimacy with this masterful study of the female nude, an ode to vulnerability, elegance, and the beauty of the human body. It is an oil painting on panel, 60x50 cm, by A. Simarro.
The work, from the artist's studio, captures a fleeting and deeply introspective moment: a figure gathered on white sheets, enveloped in a play of light and shadow that conveys peace, mystery, and contained emotion. It is a painting that not only decorates but also transforms the mood of any room into a refuge of calm and contemplation, ideal for demanding collectors who value rigorous academic drawing combined with deep emotional expressiveness.
From a technical standpoint, this painting shows exceptional command of the human figure and chiaroscuro, heir to the European figurative tradition and academic realism.
What stands out in this work is the contrast between the warmth of the skin and the cool, deep tones of the background, creating a refined atmosphere that draws all eyes without being loud. The composition celebrates anatomical beauty with respect, subtlety, and the lyricism of classic figurative painting, whose style delves into figurative realism with influences of academia and classical chiaroscuro.
The artist uses a softly defined lateral light entering from the left, bathing the back, shoulders, and limbs of the model. This technique allows shaping the muscular and bony volumes with notable precision, creating three-dimensional depth and visual drama.
The contrast between the solidity of the skin and the fluidity of the white fabrics stands out. The sheets are treated with looser brushwork and richer chromatic nuances (violet, gray, and blue reflections), serving as a base and perfect frame for the central figure.
The color palette is sober and balanced. The cool tones of the background (slate blues and dark greens) and garments highlight the warm, flesh-toned skin, creating a vibrant visual dialogue between coldness and warmth.
The gathered posture of the figure forms a very stable pyramidal composition, while the head’s tilt conceals the face, focusing attention on the form, the line of the spine, and the gestural movements of the hands and feet.
A photo is included showing the painting framed. The work will be shipped UNFRAMED.
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Artist
A. Simarro (XX)
Sold with frame
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Desnudo en penumbra
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Spain
Year
2015
Condition
Good condition
Height
50 cm
Width
60 cm
Weight
2 kg
Depiction/theme
Nude
Period
2010-2020
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