Gesalico
1855
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museo del Prado
1855
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museo del Prado
Dominant colour
Gesalico is a 1855 oil by Patricio Patiño, held at Museo del Prado.
This painting depicts a man standing in front of a dark green curtain, dressed in a red and gold robe with a matching headband. He holds a small object in his right hand. The man's attire and the curtain behind him suggest a formal or ceremonial setting. The use of rich colors and textures adds depth to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the paintings of Patricio Patiño.
Spanish painter Patricio Patiño left only one confirmed oil painting from 1855, but it’s a rare window into mid-19th-century Madrid.
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