#11421 Ricart

The composition presents a still life arrangement rendered in a style characterized by fractured forms and a muted palette. Here we see a silver platter as the central organizing element, upon which several objects are placed: a green glass bottle with a long neck, three spherical fruits – likely apples or oranges – and a small ceramic container with a wooden handle. A loosely draped cloth occupies the lower right corner of the canvas, adding textural contrast to the smooth surfaces of the other elements.
The artist employed a limited range of colors – predominantly greens, reds, grays, and whites – applied in broad, flat planes. The forms are not depicted realistically; instead, they appear fragmented and reassembled, creating a sense of geometric abstraction. Light sources are ambiguous, contributing to an overall flatness that diminishes the illusion of depth. Shadows are rendered as areas of color rather than gradations of tone.
The arrangement feels deliberately constructed, devoid of any narrative or anecdotal detail. The objects themselves seem less important than their formal relationships and the way they interact with the surrounding space. This emphasis on structure suggests a focus on the underlying geometry of perception, prioritizing visual analysis over representational accuracy.
Subtly, there is an impression of melancholy conveyed through the subdued color scheme and the somewhat austere arrangement. The lack of detail and the flattened perspective contribute to a sense of detachment, as if the viewer is observing these objects from a distance, both physically and emotionally. While seemingly simple, the painting invites contemplation on the nature of representation and the artist’s process of deconstruction and reassembly.