JOAN BOFILL
Polo Series: III, 2023
Mixed Media on Canvas
60 x 48 in | 152,4 x 121,92 cm

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THE UPPERVILLE COLT & HORSE SHOW
June 3-9, 2024

Polo Series: A Masterpiece by Joan Bofill

This captivating painting, part of the “Polo Series” by Spanish artist Joan Bofill, beautifully encapsulates the intense action and elegance of polo. In this artwork, two polo players, each astride a powerful horse, are captured in a moment of dynamic motion. The horses, depicted with exquisite detail, showcase the artist’s keen understanding of equine anatomy. Their muscular forms and the taut lines of their bridles and leg wraps, painted in vibrant blue and green, create a vivid contrast against the ethereal, misty background. The riders, poised with mallets raised, convey a sense of impending action, their figures almost ghostly as they blend seamlessly into the abstract backdrop.

Bofill’s technique involves fluid brush strokes and a masterful use of color, creating pieces that are both dynamic and deeply expressive.

In this particular piece, Bofill’s talent shines through in the way he captures the essence of the sport of polo – the speed, the tension, and the harmonious connection between horse and rider. The painting not only showcases his technical skill but also his ability to evoke the thrill and beauty of the game, making it a standout piece in his portfolio.