Andreu Masó (1948) - Sinfonía floral

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent work of art by Andreu Masó, depicting a woman elegantly dressed and seen from behind, wrapped in a black shawl with a red rose, as a symbol of beauty, mystery, and serene introspection. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.

• Dimensions with frame: 55x62.5x5 cm.
• Dimensions without frame: 38x46 cm.
• Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist at the lower left.
• The piece is in good condition, with a small imperceptible hole in the central part of the work.
• 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 are an integral part of the lot description. Digital representation in an indicative mockup; there may be differences from the actual item in color, scale, and details.

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This painting presents an exuberant bouquet of flowers arranged in a jar, accompanied by a wooden chair and wrapped in a domestic atmosphere full of light, color, and vitality. The composition transforms a commonplace corner into a celebration of natural beauty, placing the floral arrangement in a dominant foreground. The flowers extend freely toward the upper part and the sides, while the jar rests on a pinkish fabric whose folds add movement to the lower area. Behind the bouquet, the intense reddish back of the chair introduces a warm, familiar presence that frames the scene and balances the cool tones of the background.

The bouquet constitutes the true visual heart of the work. It is made up of numerous open flowers that seem to belong to the same family, yet each shows its own personality thanks to the variety of colors, sizes, and orientations. Some are shown fully facing forward, revealing their dark centers and petal coronas; others appear slightly tilted or viewed in profile, as if seeking different directions of light. This variety avoids any sense of rigidity and makes the whole seem freshly gathered, spontaneous, and still full of life.

At the top, a large white flower stands out, crowning the bouquet and immediately drawing the eye. Its broad petals open around a dark center surrounded by pink, violet, and greenish tones. The clarity of this flower contrasts with the turquoise background and the more intense colors around it, making it one of the main light focal points of the composition. Its elevated position gives it a certain majesty, as if presiding over the rest of the arrangement.

To the left are several flowers in lilac, mauve, and pink tones. One near the upper edge has a deep blue heart that intensifies the delicacy of its violet petals. Below it spreads another pink flower opened toward the viewer, whose dark center adds depth. The succession of these rounded forms creates a downward movement that guides the gaze from the top to the lower flowers, establishing a soft and continuous visual rhythm.

Among the lighter tones emerge reddish, garnet, and burgundy flowers that bring strength and drama. One of the most striking is near the upper center, partially hidden by the large white flower, while another occupies a central position with an intense mix of red, wine, and white. These warm tones act as small accents that wake the composition and dialogue with the color of the chair. Their presence prevents the floral range from becoming overly sweet and adds emotional depth to the whole.

On the right side stands a beautiful deep fuchsia flower, surrounded by pink and garnet petals. Its light center, speckled with violets and blues, provides a strong contrast with the intensity of the outer crown. This flower is oriented directly toward the viewer and seems to act as a second focal point, facing the large white flower at the top. Both establish a balance between clarity and darkness, delicacy and energy.

The blue and violet flowers are distributed across different areas of the bouquet and bring freshness to the whole. Some show shades close to indigo and ultramarine, while others soften with lavender, sky blue, and mauve reflections. Their dark centers create small points of focus and reinforce the sense of depth. These flowers introduce chromatic continuity with the background, although their more defined outlines keep them clearly separated from the surrounding space.

At the bottom, several white and bluish flowers cluster to illuminate the center of the composition. Their petals overlap and mingle with the leaves, creating a particularly abundant and luminous area. Some contain light green, violet, and bluish shadows, while their yellow centers add warm, small glints. The tight arrangement of these flowers conveys a sense of fullness, as if the bouquet were overflowing the capacity of the jar.

Green stems crisscross in multiple directions, forming the internal structure of the bouquet. Some rise almost vertically, others tilt to the sides, and several form diagonals that connect one flower to another. Their flexible appearance adds naturalness and suggests the weight of the corollas, which obliges some stems to bend gently. Among them appear small elongated leaves, as well as zones of denser vegetation that fill the intermediate spaces.

The leaves show a wide variety of greens, from light and yellowish hues to deep emerald and blue-green tones. This diversity makes the foliage more than a simple accompaniment. In places, the leaves seem to catch the light and acquire bright highlights; in others, they darken until they merge with the shadows of the bouquet. Thanks to these changes, the vegetation adds volume, density, and a sense of unruly growth.

On the far right, a mass of larger, darker leaves extends beyond the floral core. These forms balance the spread of the flowers toward the left and visually enlarge the composition. Their deep, bluish greens contrast with the brightness of the white petals and the light blue background. Some leaves appear to point outward from the scene, suggesting the bouquet continues beyond what the eye can grasp.

The jar occupies the lower central area and serves as a stable base for all the exuberant bloom. Its rounded body combines blue-gray, soft greens, violets, and clear reflections. The container has a simple, sturdy presence capable of supporting the abundant bouquet without competing with it. Its surface seems to absorb the surrounding colors, especially the blues of the background, the greens of the leaves, and the pinks of the fabric on which it rests.

The handle of the jar, visible on the right side, forms a pronounced curve that reinforces the roundness of the vessel. Its dark blue contour stands out against the lighter body tones, while a green stripe runs along part of its interior. This combination creates a small play of depth and guides the eye toward the base of the bouquet. The upper opening is almost hidden by the stems and leaves, intensifying the impression of abundance.

Below the jar stretches a fabric in pale pink, salmon, and mauve. Its broad folds spread to both sides and occupy much of the lower area. In some spots, the fabric forms luminous planes; in others, reddish, violet, and bluish shadows reveal its volume. This element adds softness and a sense of domestic intimacy, as well as creating a harmonious transition between the cool jar and the warm surface on which it rests.

In the bottom right corner, the folds of the fabric take on greater intensity and blend with a deep red area. This chromatic fragment acts as an extension of the warm tones of the flowers and the chair. Its diagonal arrangement introduces dynamism and prevents the lower part from feeling static. At the same time, it helps to lead the eye back toward the center, closing the visual path around the jar.

The wooden chair behind the bouquet is an essential element to understand the scene’s character. Its curved backrest is partially hidden by the flowers, yet it retains a firm presence thanks to its reddish, orange, and brown tones. The right vertical support rises alongside the flowers and establishes a solid line that contrasts with the mobility of the stems. The chair evokes an inhabited, everyday interior, as if the bouquet had been casually placed in a corner of the house.

The warm color of the wood creates a beautiful dialogue with the reds, pinks, and garnets of the flowers. At the same time, it stands out boldly against the blues and greens of the background. The chair is not merely a spatial function; it acts as a partial frame for the bouquet and provides human scale. Its presence makes it possible to imagine a nearby table, a quiet room, or a moment of rest in which the flowers accompany daily life.

The background is organized into large fields of blue, turquoise, sea-green, and pale blue. On the left appear lighter, greener zones, while the right side becomes more blue and deep. These transitions create a fresh, luminous atmosphere, reminiscent of a room bathed in daylight. Although the space is not described with precision, the chromatic changes suggest depth and allow the bouquet to stand out strongly.

In the upper left, soft yellow and green notes suggest the entry of light. These warmer areas relieve the general coolness of the background and relate to the small yellow nuances in some leaves and floral centers. On the far right, the blues intensify and gain density, offering a serene counterpoint to the multicolored richness of the bouquet. The background thus actively participates in the scene’s balance.

The lighting appears to diffuse in a broad, enveloping manner. It does not come from a single clearly identifiable point, but caresses the petals, the vegetation, the jar, and the fabric with numerous reflections. The white flowers particularly capture this clarity, while the violet and red petals preserve deep shadows at their centers. The result is a sense of freshness, as if the flowers had just been placed and still retained the moisture and vitality of the garden.

The composition is built from the contrast between the organic expansion of the bouquet and the stable structure of the surrounding objects. The flowers and stems move in all directions, while the jar offers a closed form, the chair introduces vertical lines, and the table provides a horizontal base. This combination maintains balance without eliminating spontaneity. The whole seems carefully harmonized, yet retains the impression of natural beauty that has arisen effortlessly.

The floral abundance can be interpreted as an exaltation of spring, renewal, and the pleasure of contemplating nature’s small wonders. Each flower seems to be at a different moment of opening: some fully display their petals, others bend, and several remain partially hidden. This diversity suggests the passing of time and the ephemerality of beauty, though the overall atmosphere remains joyful and vital.

There is also an emotional dimension tied to home and memory. The wooden chair, the simple jar, and the spread fabric evoke a close, possibly family home or a quiet moment of daily life. The bouquet turns that ordinary setting into something extraordinary. The flowers seem gathered to decorate, celebrate, or remember, bringing a living presence into the interior that completely changes its atmosphere.

The chromatic intensity conveys optimism, energy, and a serene joy. The blues and greens create freshness and calm; the whites bring luminosity; the violets introduce sensitivity; and the reds and pinks communicate warmth and vitality. No single color dominates, as all participate in a dynamic harmony. This richness invites a slow tour through every corner of the painting to discover new relationships between the flowers, the leaves, and the objects.

Overall, the work represents a blooming bouquet of multicolored flowers arranged in a jar on a pink fabric, with a warm wooden chair as background and an enveloping blue and green atmosphere. The diversity of white, violet, pink, blue, and garnet petals, together with the movement of the stems and the richness of the foliage, makes the scene a celebration of nature and everyday beauty. The painting conveys freshness, joy, intimacy, and a delicate sense of fullness, transforming a simple floral arrangement into a luminous image full of life and emotion.