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Sócrates reprendiendo a Alcibíades en casa de una cortesana
Sócrates reprendiendo a Alcibíades en casa de una cortesana is an oil painting by Germán Hernández Amores. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
Sócrates reprendiendo a Alcibíades en casa de una cortesana is a 1857 oil painting by Germán Hernández Amores, a Spanish artist known for Classical themes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene from ancient Greece, showing Socrates reprimanding Alcibiades in a courtesan's home, with the three figures arranged in a richly decorated room featuring a statue and fountain.
Technique & Style
Hernández Amores' work is characterized by detailed, idealized figures and the use of chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, reflecting the influence of the German Nazarene movement.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the Museo del Prado, representing the artist's contribution to the Spanish art scene of the mid-19th century.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Germán Hernández Amores (10 June 1823 – 16 May 1894) was a Spanish painter who specialized in Classical, mythological, and Biblical scenes.
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