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Portrait of Miquel Utrillo
Portrait of Miquel Utrillo is an oil painting by the Art Nouveau artist Santiago Rusiñol i Prats. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
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Overview
Santiago Rusiñol i Prats's Portrait of Miquel Utrillo is an oil painting created around the late 19th century. It is part of the collection at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Miquel Utrillo, a figure associated with Rusiñol, standing in front of a bare tree, wearing dark attire. The somber mood is enhanced by the contrast between his dark clothing and the lighter background.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases Rusiñol's skill in capturing the subtleties of tone and mood. The contrast between the subject's dark clothing and the lighter tones of the background is a notable aspect of the composition.
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Artist
Santiago Rusiñol i Prats (Catalan: Spanish:; Barcelona 25 February 1861 – Aranjuez 13 June 1931) was a Spanish painter, poet, journalist, collector and playwright.
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