#33252 Godofredo Ortega Munoz

The composition presents a still life arrangement centered around a cluster of calla lilies in a slender glass vase. The flowers dominate the visual field with their stark white forms and elegant curves, contrasting sharply against the darker background. Their petals appear almost sculptural, possessing a weightiness that belies their botanical nature.
Here we see a vertical format emphasizing the upward thrust of the floral arrangement. The vase itself is rendered in a simplified manner, its form suggested rather than meticulously detailed, contributing to an overall sense of abstraction. A table surface, painted with broad strokes and muted tones, provides a horizontal grounding for the composition.
The background is divided into two distinct planes: a dark, nearly black area that occupies most of the space behind the flowers, and a vertical panel on the left side rendered in a deep green hue. This division creates a sense of depth while simultaneously flattening the perspective. The limited color palette – primarily white, green, and black – reinforces the painting’s somber mood and contributes to its formal austerity.
The artists brushwork is loose and expressive, with visible strokes that add texture and dynamism to the surface. This technique moves away from a purely representational approach, suggesting an interest in capturing not just the appearance of the objects but also their essence or emotional resonance. The signature appears discreetly at the lower left corner, integrated into the tables surface.
Subtleties within the work hint at themes beyond mere botanical representation. The stark contrast between light and dark could be interpreted as a symbolic exploration of duality – life and death, purity and darkness. The calla lilies themselves, often associated with innocence and rebirth, are presented against a backdrop that evokes a sense of melancholy or introspection. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to consider the fragility and beauty of existence within a framework of profound stillness.