Artwork
Thaw
Thaw is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Juan Espina y Capo. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
Thaw is a 1920 oil painting by Juan Espina y Capo, a Spanish artist associated with the Impressionist movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene forested landscape with a winding path, capturing a moment in the transition from winter to another season, as indicated by patches of snow on the ground.
Technique & Style
Espina y Capo employed a muted palette dominated by browns and greens, with visible brushstrokes creating a textured effect, characteristic of his Impressionist style influenced by the Barbizon school.
History & Provenance
Thaw is part of the Museo del Prado's collection, reflecting the artist's contribution to Spanish art within the broader Impressionist movement.
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.
