La Emperatriz Marta de Constantinopla ante Alfonso X el Sabio. óleo sobre lienzo
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From the collection of Ignacio Larramendi Foundation
https://hispana.mcu.es/lod/oai:larramendi.es:7432#ent3
From the collection of Ignacio Larramendi Foundation
A king in a red robe sits on a raised platform, holding a scroll while a woman in blue and gold kneels before him. Around them, a crowd watches—some standing, some kneeling, all dressed in fancy clothes from long ago. The background shows a grand building with columns and a sky that looks like a painted stage. The woman’s gesture suggests she’s offering something, while the king seems to be listening or judging. The lighting makes the faces stand out against the darker background, giving everything a dramatic feel. Check out how this uses chiaroscuro—the strong contrast between light and shadow.
