Artist: José Manuel Reyes (b.1963)
Title: “Racimo de Uvas Verdes”
Medium: Oil on board
Edition: Original artwork
Artwork Dimensions: 59cm × 39cm (23" × 15")
Frame Dimensions: 80cm × 60cm (31" × 24")
Condition: Image: Excellent condition. Frame: Good, one small chip top left, some light marks. See photos
Gallery Price: £1,795
About the artwork
Racimo de Uvas Verdes is a beautifully executed still life by Spanish realist painter José Manuel Reyes, showcasing his refined control of light, texture and naturalistic detail. The hanging cluster of green grapes is rendered with luminous clarity, shifting from pale yellow‑green to deeper emerald tones. Subtle highlights and soft shadowing give the fruit a sculptural presence, while the atmospheric background enhances the sense of depth and calm.
This work belongs to Reyes’ early still‑life period, where he focused on classical subjects executed with a meticulous, almost hyper‑real precision. The painting’s elegant composition, tonal harmony and exceptional craftsmanship make it a standout example of contemporary Spanish realism.
About the Artist
Born in 1963 in Jerez de la Frontera, José Manuel Reyes is a Spanish painter celebrated for his detailed still‑life works and later for his dynamic portrayals of horses, bulls and wildlife. He began his artistic training at a young age, developing a strong foundation in drawing and classical technique. His early career focused on fruit, vines and traditional Andalusian motifs, executed with a high degree of realism and tonal sensitivity.
Reyes’ work has evolved over the decades, but his commitment to craftsmanship, clarity of form and expressive naturalism remains central to his practice. His paintings appear in private collections across Europe and regularly feature in gallery exhibitions and fine art auctions.
