Jordi Fortet (1954) - Paisaje

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent work of art by Jordi Fortet, depicting a path that winds into a lush, silent forest, surrounded by tall trees, roots, and a soft light that creates an atmosphere of mystery and serenity. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.

· Dimensions with frame: 77x98x8 cm.
· Dimensions without frame: 60x81 cm.
· Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist at the bottom right.
· The piece is in good conservation condition.
· The work is sold with a beautiful 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 a mockup is indicative; there may be differences with the actual article in color, scale and details.

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This painting presents a lush forest crossed by a path that slowly winds between the trees. The scene conveys a deep sense of silence, freshness, and contemplation, as if the viewer has just entered a secluded corner of nature. The vegetation almost entirely occupies the composition and creates an enveloping space in which trunks, branches, roots, and ground relate through a wide variety of greens, blues, grays, and earthy tones.

The path begins in the lower central area and advances inward along a slightly curved route. Its presence organizes the entire composition and guides the eye from the foreground to the deepest part of the forest. The browns, ochres, reddish and yellow tones across its surface contrast with the dark greens of the vegetation and allow it to be clearly distinguished amid the abundance of trees and plants.

On both sides of the path are small rises covered with moss, stones, roots, and leaves. These elevations form a natural gateway and reinforce the sense of depth. On the right, the terrain rises around a large tree whose roots are partially exposed, while on the left rocks and masses of vegetation accompany the path.

The large tree on the right is one of the most striking elements of the work. Its wide, slightly inclined trunk conveys solidity and antiquity, while its roots cling to the ground and extend across the surface. The darkness of its base contrasts with the lighter areas of the forest, making it a powerful presence that seems to protect the path.

Next to this tree appear other tall, slender trunks that rise and disappear among the canopies. Some stand straight, while others tilt gently, introducing variety and movement. The repetition of these vertical forms creates a visual rhythm that accentuates the height of the forest and conveys the feeling of being under an extensive canopy.

The branches are distributed at different levels and form broad masses of foliage. In some areas the leaves appear dense and dark, while in others small gaps open where light seems to filter through. This alternation between lush vegetation and bright clearings allows for multiple layers within the forest and makes the landscape appear deep and nuanced.

The central part of the composition appears brighter and more diffused, as if a soft haze enveloped the distant trees. Pale greens, bluish grays, and whites create a humid, fresh atmosphere. As the trunks recede, their forms become more delicate and less defined, reinforcing the impression of distance and making the path seem to continue far beyond what can be seen.

Among the dominance of greens, there are small zones of reddish, orange, and pink hues that suggest dry leaves or the first changes of autumn. These warm hues animate the scene and add chromatic variety without breaking its serenity. The contrast with the cool tones of the foliage allows us to imagine a forest in transition, between the fullness of summer and the arrival of a cooler season.

The foreground ground holds rich visual detail. Deep shadows mix with green, gray and bluish reflections, while small bright areas suggest damp moss, stones, and plant debris. The irregularity of the terrain reinforces the natural and little-traveled character of the place, as if the path had been slowly formed by the passage of time.

The absence of human figures intensifies the scene’s tranquility. The empty path invites the viewer to imagine their own journey among the trees and to feel the quiet of the surroundings. The composition seems to capture a suspended moment, with no wind or visible movement, where only light, moisture, and the silent presence of the forest remain.

Taken together, the work offers an intimate and immersive view of a forest road surrounded by centenary trees, roots, stones, and abundant vegetation. The depth of the path, the light filtering through the canopies, and the delicate haze in the background create an atmosphere of mystery and serenity. The painting invites symbolic immersion into nature and conveys the sense of refuge, contemplation, and calm that can be found in the heart of the forest.