#40463 Domenec Pascual Badia

The composition presents a fragmented landscape viewed from an elevated perspective. A substantial, roughly textured rock formation dominates the left side of the frame, its earthy tones – ochre, brown, and terracotta – contrasting with the lighter hues beyond. This mass appears almost monolithic, creating a sense of enclosure or barrier.
Below this rocky outcrop, a series of architectural elements are visible: brickwork, steps, and what seems to be a retaining wall. These structures suggest human intervention within the natural environment, yet their dilapidated state implies neglect or abandonment. The perspective is skewed; the viewer is positioned at an angle that distorts spatial relationships, contributing to a feeling of disorientation.
In the middle ground, a solitary tree stands on a patch of vibrant green grass. Its rounded form and dense foliage offer a focal point, but its isolation reinforces the overall sense of detachment. Behind this tree, a horizontal band of pale blue suggests a distant sky or body of water, though it lacks detail and appears almost like an abstract plane.
The artist’s meticulous rendering of texture is notable throughout. The surfaces are not smooth; instead, they are built up with small, granular brushstrokes that give the impression of rough stone, crumbling brick, and dry earth. This attention to materiality lends a tangible quality to the scene, grounding it in a sense of physical reality despite its dreamlike atmosphere.
The painting evokes a mood of quiet melancholy and introspection. The fragmented composition and skewed perspective suggest a disrupted or fractured world. The presence of both natural and man-made elements, combined with their state of decay, hints at themes of time’s passage, the impermanence of human endeavors, and the complex relationship between humanity and nature. There is an absence of figures; this lack of human presence amplifies the feeling of solitude and invites contemplation on the broader themes embedded within the landscape.