Who painted Casa de vecindad?

Casa de vecindad was painted by Adela Ginés y Ortiz in 1901.

Where can I see Casa de vecindad?

Casa de vecindad is held by Museo del Prado.

What movement is Casa de vecindad?

Casa de vecindad is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Casa de vecindad

Adela Ginés y Ortiz , 1901

Casa de vecindad is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Adela Ginés y Ortiz. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1901, Casa de vecindad is an oil painting by Madrid‑born artist Adela Ginés y Ortiz. The work belongs to the post‑impressionist period and is part of the Museo del Prado’s collection.

Subject & Meaning

The canvas depicts an interior space occupied by a flock of pigeons. The birds, rendered in black, white and brown, stand amid a floor strewn with straw and feathers, while a few are captured in mid‑flight, lending the scene a quiet, contemplative atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Ginés y Ortiz employs loose brushwork and a muted palette characteristic of post‑impressionism, emphasizing tonal variation over precise detail. The handling of light creates a dimly lit ambience, and the texture of the floor and feathers is suggested through layered strokes.

History & Provenance

The painting entered the Museo del Prado’s holdings after the artist’s lifetime, joining a modest body of work that includes both painting and sculpture. Documentation of Ginés y Ortiz’s oeuvre is limited compared with many of her contemporaries, making this piece a notable example of her surviving output.

Context

At the turn of the 20th century, Spanish artists were exploring new approaches to color and form beyond academic traditions. Ginés y Ortiz’s focus on everyday subjects, such as the domestic setting of Casa de vecindad, reflects a broader shift toward depicting ordinary life with a personal, observational eye.