Ramon Torrents i Riu (1910-1971) - Seated Woman
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Seated Woman, a 1960–1970 oil painting by Ramon Torrents i Riu from Spain, an original edition, hand-signed, sold with frame.
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1. TECHNICAL DATA
Author: Ramon Torrents i Riu
Birth and death: 1910–1971
School: Catalan School
Chronology: Mid-20th century
Genre: Figure / nude
Theme: Female nude seated
Technique: Oil
Support: Board
Dimensions of the work without frame: 22 × 27 cm
Overall dimensions with frame: 52 × 47 cm
Orientation: Vertical
Signature: Signed “R. Torrents Riu” in the lower left corner
Location of signature: Lower left corner
Style: Catalan figuration of post-impressionist sensitivity, with free brushwork and expressive handling of color
Color palette: Greens, ochres, yellows, pinks, blues, whites, and violets
Composition: Seated female figure, represented to three-quarters, on a background built with broad brushstrokes and chromatically contrasted
Frame: Large gilded frame in a classical taste with relief ornamentation, included as a gift
State of the support: Board appears stable
State of the pictorial surface: Generally good conservation, with visible brushstrokes and pictorial matter
Overall condition: Good in relation to its chronology. The photographs are an integral part of the description
2. DESCRIPTION
Interesting oil on board by Ramon Torrents i Riu, focused on the depiction of a seated nude female figure.
The model appears slightly inclined, with the head turned to one side and the arms crossed over the torso.
The composition avoids a rigid academic representation and concentrates on the synthesis of forms, the direction of the brushstroke, and the color balance.
The figure almost fills the entire pictorial space and is cut against a dynamic background of greens, yellows, blues, and earth tones.
The artist uses color not only as a descriptive tool but as a structural element of the composition.
The work possesses a marked intimacy and conveys a sense of seclusion, accentuated by the position of the arms and the tilt of the head.
3. STYLISTIC AND COMPOSITIVE ANALYSIS
The work presents a figurative construction based on visible, fluid brushwork.
The anatomy is resolved through planes of color and short strokes that model the body without resorting to an overly polished finish.
The tilted head generates a diagonal that runs through the shoulders and arms, introducing movement within an essentially stable composition.
The crossed arms act as the structural core of the scene and reinforce the sense of introspection.
The treatment of the face is synthetic.
There is no intention of a detailed portrait, but a pursuit of expression through few features, shadows, and chromatic variations.
The background is resolved with great freedom.
The green, yellow, blue, and grayish brushstrokes overlap to create a vibrant surface that contrasts with the warm tones of the skin.
This contrast between figure and background allows the body to stand out without resorting to overly marked drawing.
The work thus participates in a post-impressionist sensibility, where brushwork and color acquire importance equal to or even greater than academic drawing.
4. PSYCHOLOGICAL DIMENSION
The figure conveys a clear sense of intimacy.
The model does not adopt an exhibitionist or theatrical stance.
The turn of the head and crossed arms suggest an introspective, silent, and restrained attitude.
The absence of narrative elements in the background reinforces this psychological reading.
All attention is focused on posture and bodily expression.
The figure seems absorbed, isolated from any concrete context.
This combination of nudity and emotional seclusion moves the work away from a purely decorative representation and toward a more personal, psychological view of the human figure.
5. SIGNATURE AND AUTHENTICITY
The work appears signed “R. Torrents Riu” in the lower left corner.
Ramon Torrents i Riu, born in 1910 and died in 1971, developed his production within the context of 20th-century Catalan painting.
His language falls within modern figuration, at times close to post-impressionist sensibility, with particular attention to the human figure, color, and pictorial matter.
The present work is fully coherent with this sensibility.
The visible signature, the technique, the treatment of the figure, and the pictorial workmanship allow it to be cataloged directly as a work by Ramon Torrents i Riu.
6. OTHER INTERESTING DATA
The depiction of the female nude constitutes one of the major themes of modern European and Catalan painting of the 20th century.
In this work, Torrents i Riu avoids strict academic construction and opts for a more direct and expressive interpretation.
The relatively contained scale of 22 × 27 cm concentrates attention on the figure and reinforces the intimate character of the scene.
The brushwork remains clearly visible, especially in the background and in certain areas of the body, allowing the execution process to be appreciated.
The contrast between the greens and blues of the background and the warm tones of the skin generates a particularly attractive chromatic harmony.
The work is presented with a significant gilded decorative frame, with strong visual presence, reaching overall dimensions of approximately 52 × 47 cm.
7. SHIPPING AND CONDITIONS
The work will be professionally packaged by Barcelona Art Gallery using materials of maximum protection.
Packaging will be done in a custom-made box with specific foam protections to guarantee maximum safety during transport.
We carry out national and international shipments through professional companies.
In certain destinations, especially outside the European Union, there may be additional costs arising from customs, taxes, documentation, or export formalities, which will be borne by the buyer where appropriate.
When the characteristics of the destination or the packaging require reinforced protection, there may be additional transport or handling costs.
The frame is offered free of charge as a complement to the work and is considered a gift. For this reason, the frame cannot be the subject of a claim.
The conservation state of the work and the frame can be seen in detail in the photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
Seller's Story
Barcelona Art Gallery
Barcelona Art Gallery is made up of several artistic spaces based in the Les Corts district, Barcelona, specializing in old master painting, modern painting, decorative art, and European patrimonial pieces.
We regularly collaborate with dealers, antique dealers, galleries, and private collectors from across Europe, which allows us to offer a continuous, curated, and varied selection of works for our international bidders and buyers.
Our catalog focuses mainly on high-era European painting from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries: oils, Spanish, Catalan, French, Italian, and Central European painting, as well as religious works, landscapes, portraits, genre scenes, academic painting, Impressionism, modern and decorative works.
In addition to our auction activity, we work and collaborate with interior designers, decorators, galleries, collectors, film and theater production professionals, creative studios, and cultural sector professionals seeking pieces with character for specific projects.
We are open to professional collaborations related to art, interior design, set design, collecting, decoration, audiovisual projects, commercial spaces, and the recovery of patrimonial pieces.
Each work is presented with a clear, prudent, and honest description, accompanied by detailed photographs that are an essential part of the lot information. We work with bespoke professional packaging, a specialized logistics center, and insured international shipping.
From Barcelona, we select works with history, presence, and a distinctive identity for collectors, interior designers, gallery owners, creative professionals, and art lovers from around the world.
Translated by Google Translate1. TECHNICAL DATA
Author: Ramon Torrents i Riu
Birth and death: 1910–1971
School: Catalan School
Chronology: Mid-20th century
Genre: Figure / nude
Theme: Female nude seated
Technique: Oil
Support: Board
Dimensions of the work without frame: 22 × 27 cm
Overall dimensions with frame: 52 × 47 cm
Orientation: Vertical
Signature: Signed “R. Torrents Riu” in the lower left corner
Location of signature: Lower left corner
Style: Catalan figuration of post-impressionist sensitivity, with free brushwork and expressive handling of color
Color palette: Greens, ochres, yellows, pinks, blues, whites, and violets
Composition: Seated female figure, represented to three-quarters, on a background built with broad brushstrokes and chromatically contrasted
Frame: Large gilded frame in a classical taste with relief ornamentation, included as a gift
State of the support: Board appears stable
State of the pictorial surface: Generally good conservation, with visible brushstrokes and pictorial matter
Overall condition: Good in relation to its chronology. The photographs are an integral part of the description
2. DESCRIPTION
Interesting oil on board by Ramon Torrents i Riu, focused on the depiction of a seated nude female figure.
The model appears slightly inclined, with the head turned to one side and the arms crossed over the torso.
The composition avoids a rigid academic representation and concentrates on the synthesis of forms, the direction of the brushstroke, and the color balance.
The figure almost fills the entire pictorial space and is cut against a dynamic background of greens, yellows, blues, and earth tones.
The artist uses color not only as a descriptive tool but as a structural element of the composition.
The work possesses a marked intimacy and conveys a sense of seclusion, accentuated by the position of the arms and the tilt of the head.
3. STYLISTIC AND COMPOSITIVE ANALYSIS
The work presents a figurative construction based on visible, fluid brushwork.
The anatomy is resolved through planes of color and short strokes that model the body without resorting to an overly polished finish.
The tilted head generates a diagonal that runs through the shoulders and arms, introducing movement within an essentially stable composition.
The crossed arms act as the structural core of the scene and reinforce the sense of introspection.
The treatment of the face is synthetic.
There is no intention of a detailed portrait, but a pursuit of expression through few features, shadows, and chromatic variations.
The background is resolved with great freedom.
The green, yellow, blue, and grayish brushstrokes overlap to create a vibrant surface that contrasts with the warm tones of the skin.
This contrast between figure and background allows the body to stand out without resorting to overly marked drawing.
The work thus participates in a post-impressionist sensibility, where brushwork and color acquire importance equal to or even greater than academic drawing.
4. PSYCHOLOGICAL DIMENSION
The figure conveys a clear sense of intimacy.
The model does not adopt an exhibitionist or theatrical stance.
The turn of the head and crossed arms suggest an introspective, silent, and restrained attitude.
The absence of narrative elements in the background reinforces this psychological reading.
All attention is focused on posture and bodily expression.
The figure seems absorbed, isolated from any concrete context.
This combination of nudity and emotional seclusion moves the work away from a purely decorative representation and toward a more personal, psychological view of the human figure.
5. SIGNATURE AND AUTHENTICITY
The work appears signed “R. Torrents Riu” in the lower left corner.
Ramon Torrents i Riu, born in 1910 and died in 1971, developed his production within the context of 20th-century Catalan painting.
His language falls within modern figuration, at times close to post-impressionist sensibility, with particular attention to the human figure, color, and pictorial matter.
The present work is fully coherent with this sensibility.
The visible signature, the technique, the treatment of the figure, and the pictorial workmanship allow it to be cataloged directly as a work by Ramon Torrents i Riu.
6. OTHER INTERESTING DATA
The depiction of the female nude constitutes one of the major themes of modern European and Catalan painting of the 20th century.
In this work, Torrents i Riu avoids strict academic construction and opts for a more direct and expressive interpretation.
The relatively contained scale of 22 × 27 cm concentrates attention on the figure and reinforces the intimate character of the scene.
The brushwork remains clearly visible, especially in the background and in certain areas of the body, allowing the execution process to be appreciated.
The contrast between the greens and blues of the background and the warm tones of the skin generates a particularly attractive chromatic harmony.
The work is presented with a significant gilded decorative frame, with strong visual presence, reaching overall dimensions of approximately 52 × 47 cm.
7. SHIPPING AND CONDITIONS
The work will be professionally packaged by Barcelona Art Gallery using materials of maximum protection.
Packaging will be done in a custom-made box with specific foam protections to guarantee maximum safety during transport.
We carry out national and international shipments through professional companies.
In certain destinations, especially outside the European Union, there may be additional costs arising from customs, taxes, documentation, or export formalities, which will be borne by the buyer where appropriate.
When the characteristics of the destination or the packaging require reinforced protection, there may be additional transport or handling costs.
The frame is offered free of charge as a complement to the work and is considered a gift. For this reason, the frame cannot be the subject of a claim.
The conservation state of the work and the frame can be seen in detail in the photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
Seller's Story
Barcelona Art Gallery
Barcelona Art Gallery is made up of several artistic spaces based in the Les Corts district, Barcelona, specializing in old master painting, modern painting, decorative art, and European patrimonial pieces.
We regularly collaborate with dealers, antique dealers, galleries, and private collectors from across Europe, which allows us to offer a continuous, curated, and varied selection of works for our international bidders and buyers.
Our catalog focuses mainly on high-era European painting from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries: oils, Spanish, Catalan, French, Italian, and Central European painting, as well as religious works, landscapes, portraits, genre scenes, academic painting, Impressionism, modern and decorative works.
In addition to our auction activity, we work and collaborate with interior designers, decorators, galleries, collectors, film and theater production professionals, creative studios, and cultural sector professionals seeking pieces with character for specific projects.
We are open to professional collaborations related to art, interior design, set design, collecting, decoration, audiovisual projects, commercial spaces, and the recovery of patrimonial pieces.
Each work is presented with a clear, prudent, and honest description, accompanied by detailed photographs that are an essential part of the lot information. We work with bespoke professional packaging, a specialized logistics center, and insured international shipping.
From Barcelona, we select works with history, presence, and a distinctive identity for collectors, interior designers, gallery owners, creative professionals, and art lovers from around the world.
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Sold with frame
Yes
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Gallery
Edition
Original
Artist
Ramon Torrents i Riu (1910-1971)
Title of artwork
Seated Woman
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Good condition
Height
52 cm
Width
47 cm
Weight
5 kg
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Post-Impressionism
Period
1960-1970
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