Nenufaressin Flor Jose Mateu San Hilario Royo (1945-)

The canvas presents a dense accumulation of forms rendered in thick impasto. A predominantly cool palette dominates – variations of green and blue form the backdrop against which warmer tones emerge. These warmer hues, primarily yellows, oranges, and touches of pink and purple, coalesce into shapes that suggest organic matter, possibly aquatic plants or flowers suspended within water.
The artist employed a vigorous brushstroke, creating a palpable texture across the entire surface. This technique contributes to a sense of movement and fluidity; the forms appear not static but rather in constant flux, as if caught in an underwater current. There is little discernible depth; instead, the composition feels compressed, with layers of color and form overlapping one another.
The lack of clear outlines or defined boundaries blurs the distinction between individual elements. This ambiguity encourages a subjective interpretation – the viewers eye navigates a field of abstract shapes rather than encountering recognizable objects. The overall effect is immersive, evoking a feeling of being submerged in a vibrant, yet somewhat disorienting environment.
Subtly, a verticality is established by the arrangement of forms, drawing the eye upwards along the canvas. A thin band of teal-green frames the composition, acting as a visual border and further emphasizing the enclosed nature of the scene. The painting’s power resides not in its representational accuracy but in its ability to convey an atmosphere – a sense of teeming life and organic complexity filtered through a subjective lens.