#09623 Amparo Segarra

The composition presents a figure rendered in dark tones, dominating the central vertical axis. The body is depicted with a stylized realism, emphasizing curves and contours while maintaining a sense of abstraction through its monochromatic palette. A stark contrast arises from the substitution of the head with a geometric construction – a circular form perforated with regularly spaced holes, suggesting both containment and observation. Above this structure, vibrant bands of color – red, orange, yellow – emerge in undulating forms, resembling flames or perhaps an explosion of energy.
The background is fragmented, assembled from disparate elements that create a surreal landscape. A blurred urban vista stretches towards the horizon, punctuated by distant mountains rendered in muted tones. To the lower right, a rectangular block, textured with parallel lines, appears as if it’s emerging from the ground or floating slightly above it. This element introduces an architectural quality to the scene, further disrupting any sense of naturalism.
The work seems preoccupied with themes of identity and perception. The absence of a conventional head prompts reflection on what constitutes consciousness and how we experience the world. The geometric replacement suggests a manufactured or imposed understanding, perhaps questioning the authenticity of selfhood. The radiating colors above could symbolize inspiration, revelation, or even overwhelming sensory input – a flood of information that challenges the figure’s constructed reality.
The fragmented background reinforces this sense of disorientation and fragmentation. It implies a world viewed through layers of mediation, where direct experience is obscured by artificial constructs. The rectangular block might represent societal structures or rigid ideologies that constrain individual expression. Overall, the piece conveys a feeling of alienation and a search for meaning within a complex and potentially deceptive environment.