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Josep Ventosa DomenechOlive trees Soller Mallorca Spain oil on board painting spanish landscapec.1950
c.1950
About the Item
Title: Olive Trees, Sóller, Mallorca
Artist: José Ventosa Domènech (1897-1982)
Technique: Oil on panel
Unframed dimensions: 15 x 18 in
Framed dimensions: 23.6 x 26.7 in
Signature: Signed in the lower left corner as "Ventosa"
Depicted location: Sóller, Mallorca
Period: Second half of the 20th century
Condition: Good
DESCRIPTION OF THE PAINTING
This oil painting depicts a grove of olive trees in Sóller, Mallorca, executed in an impressionist style with a strong emphasis on texture and light. Ventosa Domènech captures the essence of the Mediterranean landscape through energetic, impasto brushstrokes that create a natural interplay of light and shadow.
The central tree trunk, with its twisted and volumetric form, dominates the composition, contrasting with the dense foliage that filters the sunlight. The scene is immersed in shades of green, ochre, and blue, reflecting the warmth and humidity of the Mallorcan countryside. The short and loose brushstrokes add dynamism to the work, allowing the viewer to sense the breeze and the luminosity characteristic of the Mediterranean environment.
The composition is balanced yet spontaneous, demonstrating the influence of impressionism in its atmospheric rendering. Ventosa does not seek rigid realism but rather a visual impression, immersing the spectator in the timeless beauty and tranquility of the setting.
STYLE OF THE PAINTING
This work belongs to the Mediterranean Impressionism movement, characterized by its focus on light and atmosphere, achieved through loose brushwork and a vibrant color palette.
Ventosa Domènech follows the tradition of Catalan and Mallorcan landscape painters, where light and color play a dominant role. His energetic and impasto technique is reminiscent of Joaquim Mir and Eliseu Meifrèn, with an execution that prioritizes visual sensation over fine detail.
His approach to color is intuitive, relying on contrasts between light and shadow to create depth rather than strict outlines. The scene conveys a sense of movement, of a living and breathing natural environment, reinforcing the idea that the artist painted plein air, directly from observation.
This style connects to both Luminism and Catalan Impressionism, where artists sought to transform nature onto the canvas through a personal interpretation of color and light.
BIOGRAPHY OF THE ARTIST
José Ventosa Domènech (1897-1982) was a Catalan painter specializing in landscapes and seascapes, particularly focusing on Mallorca and the Costa Brava. Initially trained in academic realism, he later evolved towards a freer and more expressive impressionist style.
Throughout his career, Ventosa skillfully captured the essence of the Mediterranean, using a painterly technique where light became the true protagonist. His works have been exhibited in various galleries and private collections across Spain and Europe, solidifying his reputation as one of the leading Mediterranean landscape painters of the 20th century.
SIMILAR ARTISTS AND ARTISTIC CONTEXT
José Ventosa Domènech is part of the Impressionist and Luminist Mediterranean tradition, sharing stylistic elements with:
Joaquim Mir (1873-1940): Expressive use of color and vibrant brushwork in Mediterranean landscapes.
Santiago Rusiñol (1861-1931): Master of atmospheric depictions of Mallorca.
Eliseu Meifrèn (1857-1940): Loose brushwork and luminous coastal scenes.
Hermen Anglada-Camarasa (1871-1959): Impressionism blended with bold chromatic contrasts.
Like these artists, Ventosa sought to capture the radiance and depth of the Mediterranean landscape, moving away from rigid realism to offer a more subjective and sensory interpretation of nature.
- Creator:Josep Ventosa Domenech (1897 - 1982, Spanish)
- Creation Year:c.1950
- Dimensions:Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Barcelona, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1155215770822
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