#45857 Antonio Bisquert

The composition presents a young woman standing in what appears to be a rural landscape. She is positioned centrally within the frame and gazes directly at the viewer with a somewhat detached expression. Her dark hair is styled in a sleek bob, and she wears a simple white dress draped with a scarf that partially obscures her shoulders. The color palette is dominated by earthy tones – ochres, browns, and muted greens – which contribute to an overall sense of stillness and quietude.
The woman holds a woven basket overflowing with flowers. She seems to be examining one bloom closely, her hand delicately poised near the petals. This gesture introduces a subtle element of intimacy, suggesting a connection between the figure and the natural world. The abundance of flowers within the basket contrasts with the austerity of the woman’s attire and the starkness of the background.
Behind the woman, the landscape unfolds in broad, simplified planes. A modest building, possibly a farmhouse or barn, is visible on the left side of the composition, rendered as a blocky form against the horizon. The ground is covered with scattered wildflowers, echoing the floral arrangement she carries. The artist has employed a flattened perspective, minimizing depth and emphasizing the two-dimensionality of the canvas.
The subdued color scheme and simplified forms evoke a sense of melancholy or introspection. The woman’s direct gaze, combined with her somewhat impassive expression, creates an ambiguity that invites contemplation. It is possible to interpret this as a representation of rural life, but the lack of overt narrative detail suggests something more symbolic – perhaps a meditation on beauty, fragility, and the passage of time. The flowers themselves could be seen as emblems of fleeting existence or symbols of hope amidst a muted environment.

The signature and date in the lower right corner indicate the work was created in 1932.