Description
The work "Fishing boats" (1915) by Joaquín Sorolla is a magnificent exponent of the light style that characterizes the work of the Spanish painter. In this painting, Sorolla captures a coastal scene that breathes life and movement, one of his great qualities as an artist. Set in the context of the Mediterranean coast, fishing boats emerge as protagonists in an environment that reflects both natural beauty and the essence of maritime work.
The composition of the work is marked by a balanced and dynamic disposition. The ships, with their lift candles and their colorful helmets, occupy much of the canvas, while the clear sky, impregnated with blue and cloudy tones, offers a contrast that accentuates the plasticity of the vessels. Sorolla, known for his mastery in the collection of light, uses a masterful use of it here. The sunlight, typical of its style, floods the scene and bathes the ships, giving a brightness that seems almost palpable.
The use of color is another of the most outstanding aspects of this work. Sorolla uses a vibrant palette, rich in blue, gold and ocher, which not only enhances the warmth of the scene, but also suggests a serene and cozy atmosphere. The tones of the sea and the sky merge into a harmonic dialogue, establishing a deeply emotional connection with the viewer. This work, like many others of Sorolla, is characterized by its ability to transport the observer to that exact moment in which time seems to stop.
As for the absence of human figures in this work, although the main focus are fishing boats, there is a sense of history and implicit activity. The presence of these ships evokes the daily work of fishermen that, although not visible, are essential for the narrative of the painting. Sorolla creates an environment impregnated with suggestion, as if the noise of the waves and the aroma of the sea were present in the work itself. This insinuation technique is characteristic of Sorolla's style, who frequently left the characters out to focus attention on the relationship between the elements and the natural environment.
"Fishing boats" is registered within a series of sorolla works that represent life on the coast, as well as the affirmation of light and color. paintings as "the return of fishing" (1894) and "Playa de Valencia" (1908) share similar themes and benefit from their particular treatment of the marine landscape. In all of them, the light acts almost as a character, influencing and transforming the space represented, something that is strongly evident in this 1915 work.
It is worth noting that Joaquín Sorolla, a footprint of Spanish art in the twentieth century, not only stood out for his technical ability and vibrant style, but also for his ability to portray the essence of his subject. "Fishing boats" is a perfect exemplification of this ability: a tribute to maritime life, in light that dance over the waves and the sounds of the sea, all captured with the genius and passion that characterize the work of this great master.
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