Artwork
San Esteban de Pravia
San Esteban de Pravia is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Casto Plasencia. It is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
San Esteban de Pravia is an 1893 oil painting by Casto Plasencia, currently part of the collection at the Museo del Prado.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a everyday scene of a woman descending stone stairs, accompanied by a bucket and wearing distinctive attire (red shawl, light dress). Additional figures (one seated, one standing) and architectural elements (buildings, railing) add depth, set against a blue sky with foliage on one side.
Technique & Style
Characterized by visible brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail and texture, the work showcases Plasencia's oil painting technique.
History & Provenance
Created in 1893 by Casto Plasencia, the painting is now held in the permanent collection of the Museo del Prado.
Context
While specific contextual themes or inspirations are not immediately evident from the scene, the depiction of daily life suggests a focus on realism or everyday realism common in late 19th-century European art.
Legacy
Information on the painting's direct influence or broader impact on the art world is not provided in available details; its presence in the Museo del Prado indicates recognition of its cultural or artistic value.
Artist & collection
