Artwork
Manuela Tolosa y Aviñón
Manuela Tolosa y Aviñón is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Antonio González Velázquez. It dates from 1789 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Subject & Meaning
The work functions as a portrait where these symbolic elements collectively represent the sitter's wealth and rank rather than merely serving as a likeness.
The painting depicts a woman accompanied by a collection of specific objects that define her identity and status. These items include a hand fan, an earring, and a gemstone, which are arranged to highlight personal adornment. Most significantly, the composition features the Golden Fleece, a prestigious chivalric order, suggesting the subject's connection to high nobility or significant social standing.
The work functions as a portrait where these symbolic elements collectively represent the sitter's wealth and rank rather than merely serving as a likeness.
Technique & Style
Executed in 1789, this portrait by Antonio González Velázquez is an oil painting on canvas. The work measures 79 cm in height and 56.5 cm in width. Stylistically, the composition functions as a formal depiction of a woman, incorporating specific accessories such as a hand fan, gemstones, an earring, and the insignia of the Golden Fleece to convey status and identity within the frame.
History & Provenance
Manuela Tolosa y Aviñón was created by Antonio González Velázquez in 1789, executed in oil paint on canvas. The painting entered the collection of the Museo del Prado, where it remains held and on display, with recorded dimensions of 79 cm in height and 56.5 cm in width. No further details regarding its commission, intermediate ownership, or transfer history are documented in the available sources.
Overview
Antonio González Velázquez completed Manuela Tolosa y Aviñón in 1789, an oil painting that captures the likeness of its female subject. This portrait showcases the artist's skill in depicting intricate details and textures, presenting the sitter in a formal yet engaging manner. The artwork is currently preserved within the collection of the Museo del Prado, where it offers insight into late 18th-century Spanish portraiture.
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Artist
Antonio González Velázquez (1723–1793) was an artist, born in Madrid.
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