#34854 Genaro Lahuerta

The composition presents a landscape dominated by undulating hills and valleys rendered in a palette primarily composed of earthy tones – ochre, brown, russet, and muted greens. The artist has employed a textured application of paint, creating a granular surface that contributes to the overall sense of ruggedness and age within the depicted terrain.
Here we see a deliberate flattening of perspective; depth is suggested not through traditional linear recession but through variations in color intensity and tonal shifts across the hillsides. Closer forms are rendered with more saturated hues, while those receding into the distance appear paler and less defined. This technique contributes to an impression of vastness rather than precise spatial accuracy.
The sky occupies a significant portion of the upper register, exhibiting a swirling pattern of yellow and grey tones that evokes a sense of atmospheric turbulence or diffused light. The horizon line is indistinct, further blurring the boundaries between earth and sky.
A subtle horizontal band of lighter color appears near the bottom edge, possibly representing a riverbed or a stretch of flat land. This element provides a visual anchor within the otherwise rolling topography.
The painting’s subtexts seem to revolve around themes of resilience and endurance. The landscape is not idealized; it conveys a sense of harshness and age. The absence of human presence suggests an exploration of natures power and indifference. The color choices, particularly the prevalence of browns and ochres, might allude to notions of decay, transformation, or the cyclical nature of time. The textured surface reinforces this feeling, suggesting that the landscape has been shaped by relentless natural forces over extended periods. Overall, the work conveys a contemplative mood, inviting reflection on the enduring qualities of the natural world.