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Woman with a Guitar, by Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta, oil, 1870

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Overview

Woman with a Guitar is a 1870 oil by Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta, a Realism work, held at Clark Art Institute.

Who painted this?
Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta
When & what style?
1870 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Clark Art Institute

About this work

The painting depicts a woman sitting in a chair, holding a guitar. She is dressed in a long, flowing dress with a pink shawl draped over her shoulders. The room's decor is visible behind her, featuring a table with a red tablecloth and a mirror hanging on the wall. The woman's gaze is directed downward, and her posture suggests a contemplative mood. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of warmth and intimacy in the scene. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta, who was known for his portraits of women in elegant settings.

About the artist

Portrait of Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta
Artist

Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta

Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta (24 July 1841 – 15 September 1920) was a Spanish painter from the Madrazo family of artists who worked in the Realistic style, although his later work shows signs of Rococo and Japanese influence.

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