#33848 Gines Liebana

The composition presents a dreamlike scene dominated by a winged equine figure positioned centrally within the frame. The creatures form is rendered in pale hues, its wings prominently displayed and seemingly poised for flight. A densely built cityscape rises in the background, silhouetted against a sky suffused with warm, ochre tones punctuated by patches of blue. In the foreground, to the lower right, rests an ornate vessel, its surface intricately decorated with patterns that suggest antiquity or elaborate craftsmanship.
The artist’s handling of paint is notable; a textured application creates a sense of atmospheric depth and lends a hazy quality to the overall scene. The background appears almost submerged in a reflective medium, blurring the distinction between earth and sky, further contributing to the paintings surreal atmosphere.
Several layers of meaning seem to be at play. The winged horse immediately evokes associations with mythology and aspiration – a symbol of freedom, transcendence, or perhaps unattainable ideals. Its placement against the backdrop of an established urban environment suggests a tension between the natural world and human constructs. The vessel in the foreground introduces another layer of symbolism; it could represent memory, heritage, or the preservation of cultural artifacts within a changing landscape.
The subdued color palette – primarily earth tones with accents of blue and gold – creates a mood that is both melancholic and hopeful. The darkness surrounding the central scene isolates the elements, intensifying their symbolic weight and inviting contemplation on themes of longing, memory, and the relationship between imagination and reality. The date 1997 inscribed in the lower left corner anchors the work within a specific timeframe, yet its timeless quality transcends any immediate historical context.