#04445 Xavier Valls (1923-2006)

The canvas presents a landscape dominated by muted tones and a palpable sense of distance. A broad expanse of land occupies the lower portion of the composition, rendered in shades of yellow and olive green, suggesting a field or grassland stretching towards the horizon. This foreground area is relatively flat, creating a visual foundation for the layered topography that rises behind it.
A series of hills and mountains form the middle ground, receding into atmospheric perspective. The artist employed subtle gradations of color to convey depth; the nearer hills are painted in more saturated greens, while those further away appear paler and bluer, almost dissolving into the sky. A prominent peak punctuates the central horizon line, its shape softened by the hazy atmosphere.
Above this landscape sits a pale blue sky, devoid of any dramatic cloud formations. The application of paint appears deliberate, with visible brushstrokes contributing to the textural quality of both the land and the sky. These strokes are not blended smoothly, which lends a slightly rough, almost unfinished feel to the work.
The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation and vastness. Theres an absence of human presence or activity; the scene feels untouched and timeless. The limited palette reinforces this sense of serenity and isolation. Subtly, the painting evokes themes of scale, perspective, and the enduring power of nature. It’s a landscape not meant to be explored but observed – a space for introspection rather than action.