Jean RIBIERE (1922-1989) - Lot 215

Jean RIBIERE (1922-1989) La Sardane, Place de la loge, Perpignan, 1958 Vintage silver print Photographer's stamp on back Dimensions: 33.5 x 29 cm Note: In this scene taken in Perpignan, Jean Ribière captures the Sardana - a traditional Catalan dance - as a moment of collective cohesion. The dancers form a clear circle, a symbol of unity, while their raised arms and clasped hands give an almost choreographic rhythm to the space. The overhead framing accentuates the geometry of the composition: the human circle is set in alternating light and shadow, creating a strong graphic contrast. The dark silhouettes in the foreground reinforce the sense of depth, guiding the eye to the animated center of the dance. Beyond folklore, Ribière documents a social ritual in which the public square becomes a place of sharing and identity. The image combines spontaneity and visual construction, transforming an everyday scene into an almost abstract composition.