Joan Descals (1945) - Tierra y raíz

Pictura Auctions presents this magnificent work of art by Joan Descals, depicting a serene rural landscape where a traditional house harmoniously blends with the surrounding mountainous nature, evoking tranquility, belonging, and the beauty of everyday life. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.

Dimensions with frame: 63x71x6 cm.
Dimensions without a frame: 38x46 cm.
Hand-signed oil on canvas by the artist in the lower right.
The piece is in good condition.
The artwork 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 included photographs are an integral part of the lot description.

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The shipment will be sent via Correos, GLS, or NACEX with tracking. International shipping options are available.



This painting depicts an idyllic and deeply evocative scene of rural life, with a farmhouse standing majestically amidst a vast natural landscape. In the foreground, cereal fields in ochre and golden tones stretch toward the horizon, suggesting the end of summer or the beginning of autumn, when the harvest is at its peak. The texture of the brushstrokes conveys the softness of the wind moving the stalks, and the earth appears laden with history and patient labor. The color of the field contrasts with the sturdiness of the building, which rises as a symbol of shelter and tradition.
The house, with its reddish roofs and stone structure, seems built to withstand time. Architectural details, such as the balcony with flowerpots or the archway of the entrance, add humanity to the scene, sparking imaginations of stories from generations who have lived there. The dwelling is partially surrounded by trees and bushes, reinforcing the sense of intimacy and protection against the vastness of the landscape. The golden light of sunset caresses the facades, highlighting every shadow and texture with delicacy.
Behind the house, hills and mountains rise, covered with dense vegetation that darkens as it extends into the depth of the scene. The mountain atmosphere suggests pure air, serenity, and a touch of melancholy. The blue and purple silhouettes of the distant mountains seem to fade into the fog, creating a smooth transition into the sky. This superimposition of natural layers gives an impressive, almost enveloping sense of depth.
The sky, although discreet, contributes to the composition with soft shades of blue and pale sky. There is no drama in the clouds or in the light: everything is tinged with a luminous calm, as if time were suspended. The choice of colors and the way they are distributed provide visual and emotional balance, guiding the viewer's gaze from the earth to the mountains, inevitably passing through the home in the center.
Overall, this painting conveys a profound sense of belonging and respect for the natural environment. It is a celebration of rural life, rootedness, the passage of time, and the everyday beauty found in silent places. It is a work that invites reflection, remembrance, and slow contemplation, as if each element of the landscape whispers stories of a simple yet meaningful life.