Man

In this work, the painter captures the essence of a man who seems to emerge from the very land he cultivates. The portrait shows us a mountain man, whose life has been shaped by work in the fields and communion with nature. His frontal posture and the stick in his hand symbolize an ancestral connection with his surroundings. His gaze, serene and noble, transmits a deep wisdom accumulated through years of experience. The skin, tanned by the rigorous climate, reflects the effort and dedication to the field. The technique used in this painting is particularly notable. The use of oil on a laminate of heel glued to a board, through successive glazes, requires a patient and meticulous process. Each layer of transparent paint contributes to the depth and richness of the portrait, creating a texture that evokes the complexity and character of the subject. This meticulous technique allows the viewer to appreciate details that an opaque application would not be able to capture.