Manuel Pérez de Guzmán et Boza Liaño Aubarede, Marquis of Jerez de los Caballeros
- Original dimensions
- 103 x 98 cm
- Museum
- The Hispanic Society of America
- Year
- 1914
Scene depicted
The canvas features Manuel Pérez de Guzmán, a distinguished man, placed within a harmonious composition where elegance and refinement intertwine. Sorolla, with his skill, captures the psychological depth of the character through delicate plays of light that reveal the hidden soul behind the appearance. Every detail enriches the story of this iconic figure in an era where portraiture becomes an intimate dialogue between the subject and the viewer.
Historical context
Work : Manuel Pérez de Guzmán and Boza Liaño Aubarede, Marquis of Jerez de los Caballeros |BRK| Artist : Joaquín Sorolla |BRK| Year : 1914 |BRK| Museum : The Hispanic Society of America |BRK| Dimensions : 103 x 98 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
This painting marks a decisive turning point in Sorolla’s career, balancing between his impressionist phase and his deeper exploration of human psychology. Alongside works such as “Triste héritage” and “Le bain de l'enfant,” “Manuel Pérez de Guzmán and Boza Liaño Aubarede” demonstrates an artistic evolution where technical mastery gives way to emotional expression, consolidating his status as a visual intellectual.
Anecdote
“Art is my vision of the visible world, a bridge between emotion and light.” This quote from Joaquín Sorolla resonates strongly, evoking the genesis of his masterpiece . Imagine a sunny morning in the lively streets of Madrid, where every shadow seems to dance under the fervor of the sun. This unique atmosphere infused every brushstroke of the painting , imbuing the canvas with palpable visual intensity.