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Aprobación de la regla franciscana por el papa Inocencio III

Aprobación de la regla franciscana por el papa Inocencio III, by Antonio Carnicero, oil, 1795
Aprobación de la regla franciscana por el papa Inocencio III, by Antonio Carnicero, oil, 1795

Aprobación de la regla franciscana por el papa Inocencio III is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Antonio Carnicero. It dates from 1795 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Overview

Aprobación de la regla franciscana por el papa Inocencio III is an 1795 oil painting by Spanish Neoclassicist Antonio Carnicero, housed in the Museo del Prado.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a solemn scene of Pope Innocent III approving the Franciscan rule, with the Pope, in white robe and ornate hat, handing a document to a kneeling Franciscan in brown, conveying ecclesiastical authority and religious devotion.

Technique & Style

Carnicero employs oil paint to achieve depth and hierarchy through careful composition and color use, showcasing his skill in realistic and detailed rendering, characteristic of his Neoclassical approach.

History & Provenance

Completed in 1795, the work is part of Carnicero's diverse output, which included paintings, prints, engravings, and theatrical designs, now part of the Museo del Prado's collection.

Context

Although initially associated with the Rococo movement per earlier classifications, the painting's characteristics align more closely with Neoclassicism, reflecting the artistic transition of the late 18th century.

Legacy

While specific impact details are scarce, the painting remains a testament to Carnicero's craftsmanship and the evolving artistic tastes of his time, preserved for study within the Prado.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Antonio Carnicero

Artist

Antonio Carnicero

Antonio Carnicero (1748–1814) was a Spanish painter of the Neoclassical style. In addition to his paintings, over the course of his career he also produced prints and engravings as well as creating theatrical decorations.

Museo del Prado

Museum

Museo del Prado

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