Artwork
Agila I
Agila I is an oil painting by Dióscoro Puebla. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
Agila I is a painting created by Spanish artist Dióscoro Puebla in 1856 using oil paint. It is part of the Museo del Prado's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a warrior or soldier in ancient armor, standing in a rugged landscape with a sword, shield, and spear. The figure wears a red cape and a helmet topped with a small bird, suggesting a historical or mythological context.
Technique & Style
Puebla's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, highlighting the figure against a dark background. The work is characteristic of Puebla's Eclectic style, which encompasses historical subjects, portraits, and genre scenes.
History & Provenance
Dióscoro Puebla, born in 1831 and died in 1901, was a Spanish painter known for his historical and genre works. Agila I, created in 1856, is one of his notable works now held at the Museo del Prado.
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Artist
Dióscoro Teófilo Puebla Tolín (25 February 1831 – 24 October 1901) was a Spanish painter in the Eclectic style who specialized in portraits, genre and history painting.
