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Gathering Oranges, Granada, by Martín Rico, oil, 1850

Gathering Oranges, Granada

Martín Rico

1850

oil

canvas

From the collection of Walters Art Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Gathering Oranges, Granada is a 1850 oil by Martín Rico, a Realism work, held at Walters Art Museum.

Who painted this?
Martín Rico
When & what style?
1850 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Walters Art Museum

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a few people picking oranges from trees. The scene is set in a lush, green area with tall trees and a bright blue sky with white clouds. In the foreground, a person is sitting on the ground, surrounded by oranges. Another person is standing next to a tree, reaching up to pick an orange. The atmosphere is peaceful, with the warm sunlight casting a gentle glow over the scene. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and tranquility, drawing the viewer into the serene world of the painting. You can explore more of Martín Rico's work to see how he captures the beauty of everyday life.

About the artist

Portrait of Martín Rico
Artist

Martín Rico

Martín Rico y Ortega (El Escorial 12 November 1833 – Venice 13 April 1908) was a Spanish painter of landscapes and cityscapes.

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