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Dionisio de Bassecourt marqués de Bassecourt

Dionisio de Bassecourt marqués de Bassecourt, by Bernardo López Piquer, oil, 1852
Dionisio de Bassecourt marqués de Bassecourt, by Bernardo López Piquer, oil, 1852

Dionisio de Bassecourt marqués de Bassecourt is an oil painting by Bernardo López Piquer. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Overview

Dionisio de Bassecourt marqués de Bassecourt is a portrait painted in oil by Bernardo López Piquer in 1852. It is held in the Museo del Prado in Madrid.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man, likely a figure of importance, with a long white beard and mustache, wearing a black coat adorned with medals, suggesting a high rank or honor.

Technique & Style

López Piquer's use of oil paint adds depth and texture to the portrait, capturing the subject's features against a warm brown background.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Bernardo López Piquer

Artist

Bernardo López Piquer

Bernardo López Piquer (20 August 1799, Valencia – 1 August 1874, Madrid) was a Spanish portrait painter; noted especially for his pastels.

Museo del Prado

Museum

Museo del Prado

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