Gumersindo de Azcárate
- Original dimensions
- 90 x 109.5 cm
- Museum
- The Hispanic Society of America
- Year
- 1917
Scene depicted
The canvas presents Gumersindo de Azcárate, an aristocratic figure of his time, captured in a moment of serene contemplation. His relaxed posture, set in a bright and lively environment, echoes the harmony between man and nature. The meticulous details of the fabrics and shimmering colors testify to a time when the gaze turned inward while celebrating outer beauty.
Historical context
Created in 1917, the painting by the great master Joaquín Sorolla was born in New York, in the heart of Manhattan, in a rich artistic context where Iberian Impressionism influenced artists of all backgrounds. This canvas , currently exhibited at the Hispanic Society of America, is part of a patronage that combines tradition and modernity, illustrating the vibrant light of its time.
Place in the artist's career
This masterpiece is part of a phase where Joaquín Sorolla reached his artistic maturity. It stands alongside other iconic works like “The Bathing Woman” and “The Stroll by the Sea,” revealing a stylistic evolution marked by a love of light and movement. The painting “Gumersindo de Azcárate” is a milestone towards a deeper understanding of human emotions.
Anecdote
“Light is color, and it is in the shadow that magic reveals itself.” These words of Sorolla still resonate. Imagine him, on a bright morning, walking along the sea, observing the golden reflections on the faces he encounters. It is this breath of inspiration that animates the painting “Gumersindo de Azcárate” and gives it its evocative power.