#44543 Angel Orcajo

The composition presents a fragmented still life set against a backdrop suggesting a twilight landscape. A woven basket dominates the foreground, overflowing with spherical forms – fruits or eggs – rendered in muted tones of white, yellow, and pale blue. These objects are positioned on what appears to be a table surface, though its geometry is disrupted by sharp angles and planes that intersect at unexpected points.
To the left of the basket, a small rectangular structure, possibly a building facade, is depicted with a window revealing an interior space. This element introduces a sense of architectural presence within the domestic setting of the still life. Behind this structure, a landscape unfolds: a body of water reflects the dusky sky, and trees line the horizon. The sky itself displays a gradient from deep indigo to hints of rose and lavender, suggesting a moment just before or after sunset.
The artist employed a restricted palette, primarily utilizing blues, greens, yellows, and whites, all subdued in intensity. This limited range contributes to an overall atmosphere of melancholy and introspection. The application of paint is textured, with visible brushstrokes that add depth and physicality to the forms.
A notable characteristic is the deliberate distortion of perspective and spatial relationships. Objects are flattened and rearranged, defying conventional notions of three-dimensionality. This fracturing of space creates a sense of unease and ambiguity, preventing easy interpretation. The sharp angles and intersecting planes suggest a world viewed through a fractured lens, perhaps reflecting psychological or emotional turmoil.
The presence of the architectural element alongside the natural landscape hints at a tension between human construction and the organic world. The still life itself, traditionally associated with abundance and domestic tranquility, is rendered in a manner that undermines these connotations. Instead, it evokes a sense of isolation and quiet contemplation, prompting reflection on themes of loss, memory, or the passage of time.