Ricardo Ríos (1946) - La bahía tranquila

Pictura Auctions presents this magnificent artwork by Ricardo Ríos, depicting a tranquil bay with boats and human figures on the shore, surrounded by mountains and a large promontory under a cloudy sky. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the high pictorial quality it conveys. • Dimensions with frame: 50x56x4 cm. • Dimensions without frame: 42x48 cm. • Oil on panel hand-signed by the artist at the lower right. • The piece is in good conservation condition. • The work is sold with a beautiful frame (included in the auction as a gift). The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona. Important note: the photographs included form an integral part of the lot description. The painting will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert (https://www.instagram.com/ivex.online/), using high-quality materials to ensure its protection. The price of shipping covers both the cost of professional packing and the transport itself. Shipping will be carried out by Correos, GLS or NACEX with tracking. International shipping is available. This painting presents a peaceful coastal landscape in which a broad expanse of water opens up before a shore lively with small boats and human figures. The composition blends the serenity of the sea with the everyday presence of those resting or working near the beach. In the distance, a large rocky formation covered with vegetation extends into the water, while a cloud-covered sky envelops the scene in a soft, changing light. The foreground is occupied by a irregular strip of land where greens, ochres, grays, yellows, and pinks mix. Small stones and patches of vegetation appear scattered spontaneously, creating a surface rich in nuances. This nearby space allows the viewer to feel positioned on the very edge, looking out over the water from a slightly elevated vantage point and enjoying the breadth of the landscape. In the lower right, two figures sit very close to one another. Both seem to be observing something placed on the ground or sharing a quiet conversation facing the sea. Their bodies, depicted with simple shapes, are distinguished by the contrast between one garment in blue-green and the other in a lighter shade. This couple introduces an intimate, human dimension to the scene, evoking rest, friendship, and companionship. Along the shore, several boats are distributed. In the center stands a blue-and-white boat on the sand, its prow slightly raised. On either side appear other smaller boats, some beached and others near the water. Their arrangement creates a horizontal path that guides the gaze across the beach and reinforces the maritime character of the place. Among the boats you can discern numerous small human figures. Some stand, others seem to walk, and several cluster around the vessels. These presences bring movement and suggest the everyday activity of a sea-connected community. They could be fishermen preparing their boats, locals chatting on the shore, or visitors enjoying a calm day by the water. The sea occupies the central zone of the composition and displays an extraordinary variety of blues, greens, turquoises and yellowish reflections. The surface appears calm, with gentle color changes suggesting light movement of the water and the reflection of the sky. Near the coast, tones are lighter and more transparent, while toward the distance deeper, blue-tinged bands appear. At the far right rises a sizeable rocky formation, covered with a green vegetation layer. Its vertical walls are lit by yellows, ochres and violets, creating a contrast with the surrounding water. This large promontory adds solidity to the composition and acts as a natural reference point, partially closing the bay and visually shielding the coast. In the background, a succession of bluish mountains stretches along the horizon. Their soft profiles gradually fade, producing a convincing sense of distance. Between the mountains and the sea appears a narrow greenish-yellow strip of land that unites the different elements of the landscape. This delicate transition reinforces depth and allows the scene to unfold across multiple planes. The sky occupies a significant portion of the work and is formed by a rich combination of whites, blues, grays and subtle greenish hues. The clouds are distributed irregularly and create a fresh atmosphere, possibly corresponding to a spring or summer day with variable weather. Some brighter areas suggest that light is trying to break through, illuminating the water and vegetation intermittently. The composition conveys a sense of balance between nature and human life. The mountains, the promontory, the sea and the beach form a wide and serene setting, while the people and boats introduce small everyday stories. Despite the activity on the shore, the overall mood is calm and seems dominated by the slow pace of coastal life. The richness of light tones brings luminosity and freshness to the whole scene. The blues of the water and sky dialog with the greens of the vegetation, while the ochers and pinks of the land add warmth. The small dark accents of the figures and boats provide contrast and help organize the landscape visually. All this creates a harmonious and pleasant image, full of air and depth. Together, this painting represents a quiet day by the sea, with several boats and small figures distributed along the shore opposite a bay surrounded by mountains and large rock formations. The breadth of the water, the cloudy sky, and the presence of people create a scene full of serenity, freshness, and everyday life. The work invites you to imagine the soft sound of the waves, distant conversations, and the calm of a place where nature and humanity coexist in perfect harmony.

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