#03372 Angel Planells

The composition presents a dreamlike coastal scene, rendered in muted earth tones punctuated by flashes of color. A peculiar structure dominates the left side of the canvas; it resembles a building but defies conventional architectural logic. Its form is organic and bulbous, with what appears to be an elaborate window arrangement featuring multiple panes of varying sizes and colors. The facade exhibits a rough texture, suggesting either aged stone or stucco.
To the right of this unusual edifice stands a figure in formal attire – a man wearing a patterned coat and seated comfortably in an ornate chair. He seems detached from the scene, observing it with a contemplative air. A second, smaller figure, dressed in more practical clothing, is positioned between the building and the seated man, appearing to be engaged in some activity near the structure’s entrance.
In the foreground lies a prone equine form, its head turned towards the viewer. The animals posture suggests exhaustion or defeat; it rests upon the sand with an air of vulnerability. A fallen branch is positioned across its body, further emphasizing this sense of stillness and surrender.
The background features a seascape under a cloudy sky. Jagged rock formations jut out from the water, adding to the overall feeling of isolation and strangeness. The horizon line is relatively low, which emphasizes the scale of the building and the vastness of the sea.
Subtly, the painting seems to explore themes of power, observation, and decay. The man in the chair could represent authority or privilege, passively witnessing events unfolding before him. The unusual architecture might symbolize a distorted societal structure or an internal psychological landscape. The fallen horse, a traditional symbol of strength and vitality, suggests loss or decline. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet melancholy, inviting reflection on themes of impermanence and the complexities of human experience.