#38287 Evaristo Valle

Here we see a pastoral scene dominated by a group of horses grazing in a field. The composition is structured around a large, gnarled tree that occupies the right side and extends into the upper portion of the canvas, its branches casting shadows across the landscape. Three horses are prominently displayed: one dark brown, another reddish-brown, and a third with a predominantly white coat, all rendered in broad strokes and simplified forms. A fourth horse is partially visible on the left, appearing as a darker silhouette.
The artist’s use of color contributes significantly to the overall mood. The palette is earthy, relying heavily on browns, greens, yellows, and touches of blue. These colors are applied with an emphasis on texture, creating a sense of visual weight and solidity. The ground is rendered in warm tones of red and orange, contrasting with the cooler hues of the sky and distant hills. This contrast creates depth within the scene.
The landscape itself appears somewhat flattened, lacking precise perspective. The background features rolling hills and scattered trees, painted with similar broad strokes as the foreground elements. This stylistic choice contributes to a sense of timelessness and universality, suggesting a place that exists outside of specific time or location.
Theres an intentional lack of detail in the horses’ anatomy; they are not depicted realistically but rather as simplified representations of their essence. Their postures suggest quiet contentment and peaceful coexistence with the environment. The overall impression is one of tranquility and rural simplicity, evoking a sense of connection to nature and a slower pace of life. The painting seems less concerned with precise representation than with conveying an emotional response – a feeling of serenity and rustic beauty.