#09595 Amparo Segarra

The composition presents a surreal juxtaposition of natural and artificial elements against a backdrop of a stormy sky. A utility pole dominates the central vertical axis, festooned with wires upon which numerous birds are perched. The density of these birds creates a visual weight that draws attention to this man-made structure.
Above the pole, a disembodied hand, rendered in an orange hue, extends towards a single, vibrant red rose from which a small white bird is taking flight. This gesture introduces a sense of offering or release, contrasting with the confinement implied by the birds clustered on the wires. The color palette here is significant; the warmth of the hand and rose contrasts sharply with the cool tones of the sky and the muted colors of the pole and its associated hardware.
At the base of the pole, an electrical box is affixed, further emphasizing the intrusion of technology into the scene. To the right, a mannequin torso, also in orange, stands partially obscured, suggesting a fragmented or incomplete human presence. The placement of this figure at the lower edge of the frame creates a sense of grounding while simultaneously hinting at a lack of wholeness.
The subtexts within this work appear to revolve around themes of constraint versus freedom, artificiality versus nature, and perhaps even loss or longing. The birds on the wires could symbolize societal pressures or limitations, while the released bird from the rose represents hope or escape. The hand’s gesture suggests a desire for connection or redemption, but its disembodied state introduces an element of alienation. The mannequins presence might allude to constructed identities or the artificiality of modern existence. Overall, the painting evokes a feeling of melancholy and quiet contemplation on the relationship between humanity, nature, and technology.