Xavier Blanch Pla (1918-1999) - Dúo de miradas - XL FORMAT

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent work of art by Xavier Blanch Pla, depicting two women united by an atmosphere of intimacy and complicity, expressed through color, gestures, and the serenity of their gazes. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys.

· Dimensions of the work: 81x65x2 cm.
Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist in the lower right, X. Blanch.
The piece is in perfect condition.

The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

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This painting features the powerful image of two women sitting side by side, creating a composition that radiates emotional connection, elegance, and a deep sense of complicity. Both figures occupy the foreground with an imposing presence, becoming the absolute focus of the piece. Their faces, softly modeled with warm and cool colors, display calm yet intense expressions, as if sharing a silent secret or a moment of reflection that only they understand. The woman on the left, with her open blouse and a slightly leaning-forward posture, conveys closeness and gentleness, while the woman on the right, with her gesture delicately raising her hand, adds an air of serenity and composure.
The color palette of the painting is filled with vibrant shades ranging from deep greens to intense reds, passing through violets, blues, and skin tones that blend fluidly. The figure on the left, with darker, wavy hair, wears a light blouse that reveals a pronounced neckline, creating a play of light that highlights the texture of the fabric. Her reddish skirt adds a warm contrast to her outfit, balancing the composition through the alternation of cool and warm tones. Each stroke captures the volume of her body and the naturalness of her posture, conveying a sense of life and spontaneity.
The woman on the right, with wavy blonde hair, wears a green dress that falls elegantly and softly over her figure. The folds of the fabric are vibrantly worked, suggesting movement and dynamism despite the stillness of the portrait. Her gesture, with her hand raised near her face, adds a touch of refined expressiveness, almost theatrical, as if she were about to say something or simply emphasizing her presence. The lightness in the pink tones of her skin, combined with the enveloping greens of the dress, creates a visual balance that immediately captures attention.
The background of the painting, composed of a range of bluish greens and soft brushstrokes, creates an intimate and contained atmosphere that allows the two figures to stand out even more. This background, far from being a simple accompaniment, acts as an emotional space: a suspended, tranquil place that intensifies the sense of confidence between the women. The areas of shadow and light distributed throughout the painting add depth and volume, making the scene almost three-dimensional. The use of color and gestures brings life to a relationship that the viewer does not know, but perceives as meaningful and authentic.
Overall, this work offers a double portrait filled with sensitivity, complicity, and humanity. The two women, with their gentle gestures, calm presence, and visual interaction between them, convey an untold story that can be sensed in their gazes and postures. The combination of vibrant colors, compositional harmony, and expressiveness of the figures creates an evocative, intimate, and deeply emotional painting, capable of connecting with viewers through its powerful interpretation of the human bond.