Miquel Marcillo (1936-2025) - La Fageda d'en Jordà

Pictura Subastas presents this magnificent artwork by Miquel Marcillo, depicting a leaf-covered path that winds 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 photographs included are an integral part of the lot description. Digital representation in an indicative mockup; there may be differences from the actual article in color, scale, and details. The painting will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert (https://www.instagram.com/ivex.online/), using high-quality materials to guarantee 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 autumnal forest full of light, color and depth, traversed by a leaf-covered path that leads the gaze into the heart of the trees. The scene conveys an immediate sense of serenity and contemplation, as if the viewer has just paused mid-walk to observe the quiet landscape. The absence of human figures allows nature to become the sole protagonist. The path begins at the bottom of the composition and proceeds gently toward the center, narrowing as it goes deeper among the trees. Its surface is completely covered with fallen leaves in brown, reddish, ochre and orange tones. This accumulation forms a kind of natural carpet that adds warmth to the scene and clearly marks the visual route toward the brighter area of the forest. On both sides of the path rise numerous slender vertical trunks. Some grow straight, while others have slight tilts that bring movement and naturalness to the whole. The trees in the foreground have more defined outlines and darker tones, while those in the background become progressively thinner and more diffused, creating a deep sense of distance. The visible roots of the trees extend over the ground and mingle with the leaves, branches and small stones. These irregular shapes reinforce the impression of a living terrain, continually shaped by the passage of time and by natural cycles. In some spots, the roots appear to firmly grip the trunks, imparting a sense of stability and permanence. The vegetation still preserves a rich variety of greens, from pale and yellowish hues to more intense and deep colors. Among them begin to appear oranges, golds and ochres that announce the advance of autumn. This coexistence between summer greens and the colors of the new season turns the scene into a moment of transition, captured as the forest slowly begins to transform. Light enters from the background 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 toward 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 grove. The right side is marked by a group of trees with stout, dark trunks that occupy a prominent position. Their vertical forms create a firm rhythm and act as a natural frame for the path. Among them grow small branches covered with green and yellow leaves, adding delicacy and visually linking the different levels of the landscape. On the left, the trees appear more inclined and spaced, allowing the eye to penetrates more easily between their trunks. Small plants and young shoots spread around the rocks and the bases of the trees. This combination creates a pleasant variety of shapes and makes every corner of the forest possess its own identity. The ground in the foreground presents extraordinary chromatic richness. The fallen leaves form layers of brown, orange, reddish and golden tones, interrupted by gray stones and remnants of branches. This irregular surface conveys the sense of an authentic, deep forest where every step would produce the dry, distinctive sound of leaves underfoot. The composition is organized through a succession of vertical and diagonal lines. The trunks lift the gaze toward the treetop, 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 they can advance along the path and gradually lose themselves in the vegetation. The forest atmosphere is tranquil, yet slightly mysterious. The depth of the grove and the light appearing in the distance arouse curiosity and suggest that the path continues beyond what is visible. The landscape can evoke a solitary stroll, a cool autumn morning, or a moment of disconnect in which the sound of wind and leaves replaces any ordinary noise. Beyond its natural beauty, the scene can be interpreted as a representation of the passing of time. The falling leaves speak of the end of a phase, while the green shoots remind us that life goes on and renews itself. The path symbolizes the personal journey toward the unknown, and the light in the background suggests the hope of new beginnings. The variety of colors 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 that is balanced where the abundance of details does not break the overall serenity. Overall, this painting offers a luminous and deeply evocative view of a forest in full autumn transformation. The leaf-covered path, the tall trunks, the visible roots, and the golden light filtering from the background form a landscape full of calm, beauty, and mystery. The work invites you to walk, observe, and enjoy the silence, turning the forest into a place of reflection, renewal, and encounter with nature.

Stima:€300

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