#09588 Amparo Segarra

The composition presents a surreal juxtaposition of disparate elements within a confined architectural space. A tall palm tree dominates the central vertical axis, its trunk bisecting the scene and drawing the eye upward. The architecture itself appears stark and modern, constructed from reddish-brown materials with minimal ornamentation – a series of rectangular windows punctuating one wall.
Suspended above this structure are several large snail shells, their spiraling forms rendered in vibrant orange and yellow hues. Their placement seems arbitrary, defying gravity and contributing to the dreamlike quality of the scene. The shells’ prominence suggests a symbolic weight, potentially referencing themes of time, evolution, or slow transformation.
Two figures, both dressed in dark, formal attire and wearing hats with wide brims, stand rigidly near the right side of the composition. Their faces are obscured by shadow, lending them an air of anonymity and perhaps suggesting a commentary on societal conformity or hidden identities. The repetition of their form – one figure positioned directly above the other – creates a visual echo that reinforces this sense of uniformity.
To the left, partially concealed behind the palm tree, is the torso of a winged figure, reminiscent of a cherub or putto. This element introduces a contrasting tone – one of innocence and perhaps longing – that clashes with the formality of the figures in dark clothing. The partial concealment suggests a suppression or denial of these qualities.
A series of terracotta pots are clustered on the right side, adding another layer to the visual texture. Their earthy tones provide a grounding contrast to the more fantastical elements above.
The overall effect is one of unsettling stillness and ambiguous narrative. The artist has assembled seemingly unrelated objects and figures into a single frame, prompting questions about their relationship and the underlying meaning of this strange encounter. Theres an implied tension between the natural (the palm tree, the shells) and the constructed (the architecture, the formal attire), as well as between innocence and constraint. The subtexts hint at themes of societal expectations, hidden desires, and the passage of time within a rigid framework.