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The composition presents a stark landscape dominated by geometric forms and a limited palette. A large, angular structure – likely intended as a representation of rock or mountain – occupies the central portion of the canvas, its planes sharply defined and illuminated with a cool, yellowish light. This structure is rendered in shades of purple and brown, contrasted against a deep blue sky streaked with lighter blue clouds. The ground plane stretches horizontally across the lower third of the image, appearing as a flat expanse of dark blue or indigo.
Three horses are positioned along this foreground plane, their forms simplified to essential shapes and depicted in dark tones that blend somewhat with the background. They appear small in relation to the monumental structure behind them, emphasizing a sense of scale and perhaps isolation. The artist has employed a deliberate flatness; there is minimal attempt at creating depth through traditional perspective techniques. Instead, the focus rests on the interplay of planes and color blocks.
The overall effect evokes a feeling of quiet grandeur and an almost unsettling stillness. The sharp angles and geometric precision suggest a constructed or artificial environment rather than a naturalistic depiction. This lends itself to interpretations beyond simple landscape representation. One possible subtext involves humanity’s relationship with nature, portraying it as something imposing and perhaps even overwhelming. Alternatively, the work could be read as an exploration of form and space, prioritizing visual impact over realistic portrayal. The horses, though present, seem almost incidental, serving primarily to establish scale and reinforce the sense of vastness within this stylized environment. Their subdued presence contributes to a mood of contemplation rather than action or narrative.