Who painted José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor?

José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor was painted by Joaquín Curtoys de Anduaga in 1893.

Where can I see José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor?

José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor is held by Museo del Prado.

What movement is José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor?

José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor?

Museum-quality prints of José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor

Joaquín Curtoys de Anduaga , 1893

José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Joaquín Curtoys de Anduaga. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is shown in a frontal pose typical of nineteenth-century portraiture, conveying a sense of direct engagement with the viewer.

The portrait depicts José Curtoys de Anduaga, identified as the brother of the painter Joaquín Curtoys de Anduaga. The sitter is shown in a frontal pose typical of nineteenth-century portraiture, conveying a sense of direct engagement with the viewer.

The presence of a star insignia on the sitter’s chest indicates the recipient of the Order of Isabella the Catholic, awarded in 1885. This honor reflects the sitter’s social standing or public service, aligning with the ceremonial function of the portrait.

Technique & Style

Joaquín Curtoys de Anduaga executed the 1885 portrait of his brother, José Curtoys de Anduaga, using oil paint applied to a canvas support. The work measures 56.5 cm in height and 41.5 cm in width. As a formal portrait, the piece depicts the sitter wearing the insignia of the Order of Isabella the Catholic. The painting is currently held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

History & Provenance

The portrait titled José Curtoys de Anduaga hermano del pintor was created by Joaquín Curtoys de Anduaga in 1885. Executed in oil on canvas, the work measures 56.5 cm in height and 41.5 cm in width. It depicts a subject associated with the Order of Isabella the Catholic. The painting is currently held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1893 by Joaquín Curtoys de Anduaga, is a portrait of a man distinguished by the insignia of the Order of Isabella the Catholic. The work is part of the collection at the Museo del Prado.