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Las Zorreras. Sierra de Guadarrama

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This captivating landscape piece draws the viewer into a serene vista where the grandeur of the Sierra de Guadarrama unfolds majestically. The foreground is adorned with a warm, orange-brown cow seemingly grazing peacefully, grounding the composition with its rich texture. Above, the snow-capped peaks of the Guadarrama mountains rise sharply, painted in hues of soft blue and lilac under a shimmering sky that transitions from pale yellow to airy blue. The brushstrokes are lively and expressive, forming an almost symphonic flow, celebrating the essence of natural movement and life.

As you take a moment to absorb this artwork, you can't help but feel a deep connection to the earth and the enduring cycles of nature. The artist’s technique, with its quick, almost impressionistic strokes, invites you to roam through the open meadows and feel the cool breeze that carries the crispness of the mountains. This painting seems to resonate with the spirit of heavy tranquility and vibrant life—making it a medium through which one can almost hear the gentle rustle of grass and the distant calls of nature, bringing you closer to the sublime beauty of this part of Spain.

Las Zorreras. Sierra de Guadarrama

Joaquín Sorolla

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Created:

1907

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Dimensions:

5760 × 3868 px
620 × 410 mm

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