Fabián Roldán - Polo I

Polo I

Author: Fabián Roldán

Year of creation: 2001

Signature: Signed “Roldán” in the lower right corner; signed, titled and dated also on the back

School: Contemporary

Style: Figurative

Technique: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 69 × 89 cm

Period: Early 21st century

Description:

Large-format oil on canvas by Fabián Roldán, created in 2001, dedicated to the polo world and conceived as a scene with marked equestrian dynamism.

The composition depicts a polo player mounted on a horse in full action, moments before striking the ball. Roldán focuses attention on the movement of the horse and rider, using a vertical composition that enhances the sense of speed and tension. The position of the animal’s limbs, practically suspended above the ground, reinforces this effect in particular.

The work presents a figurative execution of notable descriptive character. It highlights the treatment of the horse’s anatomy and musculature, as well as the detailed representation of the sportswear, the tack, protective gear and the equipment of the player.

The protagonist is cut out against a lush leafy background worked with numerous shades of greens, creating a strong contrast with the browns, whites and reds of the main figure. The chromatic intensity and the precise treatment of the equestrian elements place the painting within a contemporary strand of figurative sports realism.

The work is signed “Roldán” in the lower right corner. On the back there is also a handwritten inscription that reads “Óleo sobre tela”, “Polo I”, “Fabián Roldán” and “2-2001”, which allows direct identification of the title, author, technique and execution date.

In terms of theme and characteristics, this painting belongs to Roldán’s equestrian production devoted to polo and bears a clear stylistic and compositional relationship with other works in the same series, characterized by large sports scenes, intense colors and particular attention to the horse and to movement.

The work is presented on canvas stretched over a wooden frame and without an outer frame, so that the painting visually occupies the entire surface.

A striking decorative piece given its dimensions of 69 × 89 cm, especially suitable for collectors of contemporary figurative painting, equestrian art, sports-themed art and, in particular, the polo world.

Estado de conservación

The work is in good overall condition.

Pictorial layer stable, with impasted texture typical of the technique used.

No significant losses or invasive restorations are noted.

This is a piece ready to hang and enjoy without the need for intervention.

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