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All auctions / Miscellaneous / Miquel Marcillo (1936-2025) - La Fageda d'en Jordà
Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent work of art by Miquel Marcillo, depicting a leaf-covered path that delves into a autumnal forest illuminated by a warm golden light among tall trees and abundant vegetation. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys. · Dimensions of the work: 46x55x2 cm. · Oil on canvas hand-signed by the artist in the lower right corner, Marcillo. · The piece is in perfect condition. The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona. Important note: the included photographs are an integral part of the lot description. Digital representation in an indicative mockup; there may be differences from the actual item in color, scale and details. The painting will be professionally packed by a IVEX expert (https://www.instagram.com/ivex.online/), using high-quality materials to ensure its protection. The shipping price covers both the cost of professional packaging and the transport itself. Shipping will be carried out by Correos, GLS or NACEX with tracking. International shipping available. This painting presents a sunlit autumn forest, full of light, color and depth, traversed by a leaf-covered path that leads the eye into the heart of the trees. The scene conveys an immediate sense of serenity and contemplation, as if the viewer had just paused in the middle of a stroll to observe the landscape’s silence. The absence of human figures allows nature to become the sole protagonist. The path begins at the bottom of the composition and progresses gently toward the center, narrowing as it enters among the trees. Its surface is completely covered by fallen leaves in tones of browns, reddish-browns, ochres and oranges. This accumulation forms a natural carpet that adds warmth to the scene and clearly marks the visual path toward the brighter area of the forest. On either side of the path rise numerous slender vertical trunks. Some grow straight, while others show slight leaning that adds movement and naturalness to the whole. The trees in the foreground have more defined outlines and darker tones, while those in the background progressively become finer and more diffused, creating a deep sense of distance. The visible roots of the trees spread over the ground and mix with the leaves, branches and small stones. These irregular forms reinforce the impression of a living terrain, continually shaped by the passage of time and natural cycles. In some spots, the roots seem to firmly grasp the trunks, conveying a sense of stability and permanence. The vegetation still preserves a rich variety of greens, from pale and yellowish tones to deeper, more intense colors. Among them, oranges, golds and ochers begin to appear, announcing the advance of autumn. This coexistence between summer green and the colors of the new season makes the scene a moment of transition, captured as the forest slowly begins to transform. Light enters from the distance and filters through the canopies and trunks. Its golden clarity illuminates some leaves and leaves other areas in shadow, creating a delicate play of contrasts. The central part seems to open to a more open space, almost like an invitation to continue walking to discover what lies beyond. This radiance brings hope and lightness to the density of the woods. The right-hand side is marked by a group of trees with robust dark trunks occupying a prominent position. Their vertical forms create a firm rhythm and act as a natural frame for the path. Among them, small branches with green and yellow leaves grow, adding delicacy and visually connecting the different levels of the landscape. On the left, the trees appear more inclined and spaced, allowing the eye to penetrate more easily between their trunks. Small plants and young shoots distribute themselves around the rocks and at the base of the trees. This combination creates a pleasing variety of shapes and gives every corner of the forest its own identity. The foreground ground presents extraordinary chromatic richness. Fallen leaves form layers of brown, orange, reddish and golden tones, interrupted by gray stones and remnants of branches. This irregular surface conveys the feeling of an authentic, deep forest where every step would produce the dry, characteristic sound of leaves underfoot. The composition is organized through a succession of vertical and diagonal lines. The trunks lift the gaze toward the tree canopies, while the path directs it toward the horizon. This combination generates balance and movement at the same time. The viewer is not outside the scene, but feels that they can move along the path and gradually lose themselves among the vegetation. The forest’s atmosphere is tranquil, yet also slightly mysterious. The depth of the woodland and the light appearing in the distance awaken curiosity and suggest that the path continues beyond what is visible. The landscape may evoke a solitary walk, a fresh autumn morning, or a moment of disconnect in which the sound of the wind and leaves replaces everyday noise. Beyond its natural beauty, the scene can be interpreted as a representation of the passage of time. The falling leaves speak of the end of a phase, while the green shoots remind us that life continues to renew itself. The path symbolizes the personal journey toward the unknown, and the distant light suggests the hope of new beginnings. The color variety creates a warm and enveloping atmosphere. The yellows illuminate the vegetation, the greens preserve the forest’s freshness, and the reddish tones of the ground add depth. The lighter areas seem to vibrate under the light, while the shadows provide rest and contrast. All this builds a scene balanced in which the abundance of details does not break the overall serenity. Taken together, this painting offers a bright and deeply evocative view of a forest in full autumn transformation. The leaf-covered path, tall trunks, visible roots, and the golden light filtering from the distance form a landscape full of calm, beauty, and mystery. The work invites walking, observing, and enjoying the silence, turning the forest into a place of reflection, renewal, and encounter with nature.
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