#38089 Eduardo Naranjo

The canvas presents a view of a townscape situated alongside a body of water. The composition is dominated by buildings with terracotta roofs and pale facades, clustered together to form a dense urban silhouette. A prominent church tower rises above the other structures, its cross marking a clear vertical accent within the horizontal expanse of rooftops.
Here we see a deliberate avoidance of sharp lines and precise detail; instead, brushstrokes are visible and textures are emphasized, contributing to an overall impression of atmospheric instability. The color palette is restrained, primarily utilizing earth tones – ochres, browns, grays – punctuated by the blue-gray hues of the sky and water.
The surface of the water acts as a mirror, reflecting the buildings and sky above in a distorted manner. This reflection isnt rendered with photographic accuracy; rather, it’s an interpretation that further dissolves the distinction between reality and perception. The reflections are fragmented and broken up by the movement of the water, creating a sense of shimmering ambiguity.
The artist placed vegetation along the shoreline, adding depth to the scene and softening the rigid geometry of the buildings. These elements appear somewhat indistinct, blending into the overall texture of the painting.
Subtly, theres an exploration of memory and perception at play. The blurred edges and fragmented reflections suggest a fleeting moment captured not as it objectively exists, but as it is remembered or felt. The lack of human figures contributes to a sense of quiet solitude, inviting contemplation on the passage of time and the enduring presence of place. It’s possible to interpret this work as an investigation into how our understanding of reality is shaped by subjective experience and the limitations of observation.