By Albert Roca
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Title: Street Musicians
Artist: Albert Roca i Cama (Palamós, 1945 – 2023)
Technique: Oil on canvas board
Dimensions: 71 x 51 cm (27.95 x 20.08 in)
Support: Canvas board
Signature: Signed in the lower right corner as “214 Roca”
Approximate date: Late 20th – early 21st century
Condition: Very good
Framing: Unframed
Description of the work:
The painting depicts two street musicians in a profoundly expressive scene. In the foreground, a man rests his arm on an accordion, his gaze lost in thought and a contemplative expression on his face, while holding a straw or toothpick between his lips. Behind him, another figure plays a transverse flute with closed eyes, fully immersed in his music. The composition conveys serenity and weariness, presenting an intimate moment imbued with urban lyricism.
The brushwork is loose yet confident, reinforcing the emotional depth of the characters. The color palette blends warm tones with hints of grey and blue, emphasizing the introspective and street-like atmosphere. The overall impression is of a moment suspended in time, where music and life intertwine in the silent dignity of their expressions.
Artist biography:
Albert Roca i Cama was born in Palamós in 1945 and passed away in 2023. He was a Catalan painter associated with expressive realism, known for his energetic strokes and mastery of color. From an early age, he showed artistic inclination and worked in Barcelona alongside comic artist García...
Category
1990s Modern Figurative Paintings