Artwork
La tarde en el Pardo
La tarde en el Pardo is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Juan Espina y Capo. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
La tarde en el Pardo is a painting created by Juan Espina y Capo in 1898. It is an oil-on-canvas work held in the Museo del Prado.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape of El Pardo, a forested area near Madrid, characterized by rolling hills, a winding path, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
Technique & Style
Espina y Capo's use of oil paint and visible brushstrokes creates a sense of depth and texture. The application of chiaroscuro highlights the contrast between light and dark, drawing attention to the central path.
History & Provenance
Created in 1898, La tarde en el Pardo is associated with the post-impressionist movement and is part of the Museo del Prado's collection.
Context
Espina y Capo was influenced by the Barbizon school, a fact reflected in his landscape painting style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Juan Espina y Capó (1848, Madrid - 15 December 1933, Madrid) was a Spanish painter and engraver, influenced by the Barbizon school, who specialized in landscapes.
