#46267 Andres Cillero

The triptych presents a fragmented and symbolic composition divided into three distinct panels. The overall effect is one of deliberate disruption and reassembly, challenging conventional perspectives.
In the left panel, a chair rendered in muted greens and yellows occupies the lower portion against a vibrant red background. Its form appears somewhat flattened, lacking depth or realistic detail. It suggests a sense of stillness, perhaps even abandonment, set within an intense, undefined space. The chair’s posture implies someone has recently vacated it, hinting at a narrative that is abruptly paused.
The central panel features two large, stylized forms resembling halved fruit – likely apples – displayed against a background dominated by ochre and yellow tones. These shapes are not depicted realistically; instead, they are simplified to their essential contours, with an emphasis on texture achieved through layered brushstrokes. The stark contrast between the light-colored forms and the darker backdrop creates a sense of visual weight and prominence.
The right panel continues the fragmented aesthetic. A geometric structure – possibly architectural in nature – is visible at the bottom, rendered in shades of yellow and brown against a blue background. Above this, an abstract form resembling a draped cloth is positioned, its folds suggested through broad strokes of color. The composition feels less grounded than the left panel, contributing to a sense of instability or transition.
The use of a triptych format immediately evokes associations with religious altarpieces, but the content subverts any straightforward devotional interpretation. Instead, it seems to explore themes of memory, loss, and the subjective nature of perception. The fragmented forms suggest a broken narrative, while the juxtaposition of disparate elements – a chair, fruit, architectural fragments – implies an attempt to reconstruct meaning from scattered pieces. The color palette, ranging from intense reds and blues to muted yellows and greens, contributes to the painting’s emotional complexity, creating a sense of both vibrancy and melancholy. Ultimately, the work resists easy categorization, inviting viewers to engage with its ambiguities and construct their own interpretations.