Artwork

Portrait of Lluïsa Dulce i Tresserra, Marquise of Castellflorite

Portrait of Lluïsa Dulce i Tresserra, Marquise of Castellflorite is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Antoni Caba. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

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Overview

Antoni Caba’s 1890 oil portrait presents Lluïsa Dulce i Tresserra, the Marquise of Castellflorite, in a poised stance. Rendered in a realistic manner, the work captures the aristocratic sitter’s refined bearing, set against a softly modulated backdrop that emphasizes the figure’s presence without distracting detail.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait focuses on the Marquise, attired in a richly colored blue dress with a high neckline and a decorative bow. Her hands are gently clasped, and her hair is arranged in an elegant updo, conveying the social status and decorum expected of a noblewoman of late‑19th‑century Spain.

Technique & Style

Caba employs a restrained palette for the background, allowing the vivid blue of the dress to dominate the visual field. His handling of oil paint creates subtle tonal transitions that give the figure a three‑dimensional quality, while the precise rendering of fabric and facial features reflects his commitment to realistic portraiture within a post‑impressionist context.

History & Provenance

Created in 1890, the painting entered the collection of the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya, where it remains on display. Caba, active between 1838 and 1907, was noted for his skill in capturing the likenesses of Spain’s elite, and this work exemplifies his contribution to the nation’s portrait tradition.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Antoni Caba

Antoni Caba i Casamitjana (1838 – 25 January 1907) was a Spanish painter who worked in the Realistic style and is best known for his portraits.

Museum

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

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