#02400 Joan Ponc

The composition presents a dreamlike landscape dominated by a stark white structure resembling a church or chapel on the left side. Its architecture is simplified, almost childlike in its rendering, with a prominent arched window revealing a dark silhouette within. A small bird perches atop the building, adding a touch of whimsical detail against the muted backdrop.
The background is divided into two distinct zones: a grey-blue sky punctuated by circular forms and faint streaks suggesting movement or celestial bodies, and a lower area depicting a stylized landscape in shades of green. Within this green space, an assortment of animal figures are arranged – they appear as dark outlines against the verdant ground. These creatures include what seem to be bovine animals, canines, and other indistinct shapes that resist easy categorization. A crescent moon is visible near one of the canine forms.
The overall effect is one of unsettling juxtaposition. The solidity of the architectural element contrasts with the ethereal quality of the sky and the ambiguous nature of the animal figures. Theres a sense of isolation conveyed by the solitary building, while the scattered animals suggest a disrupted or fantastical ecosystem. The dark silhouettes within the window and among the animals contribute to an atmosphere of mystery and perhaps even foreboding.
The artist’s use of limited color – primarily white, grey-blue, green, and black – further enhances this sense of detachment and dreamlike quality. The flatness of the composition, with minimal depth or perspective, reinforces the feeling that one is observing a scene from an internal landscape rather than a realistic depiction of external reality. It’s possible to interpret the work as exploring themes of faith, isolation, and the blurring boundaries between the familiar and the surreal.