1855
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museo del Prado
Maja sevillana is a 1855 oil by José Gutiérrez de la Vega, held at Museo del Prado.
This painting depicts a nude woman reclining on a red cloth, with her left arm resting on a white cloth and her right arm bent at the elbow. Her body is turned slightly to the right, and she gazes directly at the viewer. The background is dark, with a subtle landscape visible behind her. The woman's pose and expression convey a sense of calm and serenity. The use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic contrast between light and dark, drawing attention to the subject's form. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the painting. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the use of chiaroscuro.
José Gutiérrez de la Vega y Bocanegra (26 December 1791 – December 1865) was a Spanish painter who specialized in portraits and religious subjects.
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