#09590 Amparo Segarra

The composition presents a densely layered scene constructed from disparate photographic elements, unified by a muted, sepia-toned palette with selective color accents. A field of tall grass dominates the foreground, obscuring much of the lower portion and creating a sense of depth. Within this field, a nude male figure is captured mid-stride, appearing to flee or perhaps pursue something unseen. His skin tone contrasts sharply with the surrounding earth tones, drawing immediate attention.
A woman in formal attire stands on a raised platform within the grass, her posture suggesting an air of authority or observation. She appears detached from the activity unfolding around her. A large group of formally dressed individuals – men and women in period clothing – are clustered at the base of the field, their faces partially obscured by hats and shadows. Their expressions are difficult to discern, contributing to a feeling of anonymity and collective unease.
Above this scene looms an enormous, stylized head, its features rendered with geometric patterns that suggest both monumentality and fragmentation. The head’s gaze is directed downwards, seemingly encompassing the entire tableau below. It functions as a powerful, almost oppressive presence, dwarfing the human figures within the field.
The subtexts embedded in this work are complex and open to interpretation. The juxtaposition of the nude figure with the formally dressed crowd suggests themes of transgression and societal constraint. The fleeing man could represent an individual escaping from established norms or a primal instinct at odds with civilized behavior. The woman on the platform might symbolize authority, judgment, or perhaps complicity in the system being challenged.
The oversized head introduces a layer of surrealism and potentially alludes to themes of surveillance, power structures, or the weight of history. Its fragmented appearance hints at a breakdown of traditional values or a questioning of established narratives. The overall effect is one of unsettling ambiguity, prompting reflection on societal roles, individual freedom, and the potential for disruption within seemingly ordered environments. The artist’s deliberate use of collage creates a sense of disorientation and fragmentation, mirroring the thematic concerns explored within the work.