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Curación y acción de gracias del príncipe don Carlos. Serie de la Vida de San Diego de Alcalá

Curación y acción de gracias del príncipe don Carlos. Serie de la Vida de San Diego de Alcalá, by Juan García de Miranda, oil, 1729
Curación y acción de gracias del príncipe don Carlos. Serie de la Vida de San Diego de Alcalá, by Juan García de Miranda, oil, 1729

Curación y acción de gracias del príncipe don Carlos. Serie de la Vida de San Diego de Alcalá is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Juan García de Miranda. It dates from 1729 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Overview

Curación y acción de gracias del príncipe don Carlos is a 1729 oil painting by Spanish Baroque artist Juan García de Miranda, created as part of a series chronicling the life of Saint Diego of Alcalá.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a solemn scene from the life of Saint Diego of Alcalá, involving Prince Don Carlos, a soldier, and religious or ceremonial elements, highlighting themes of healing and gratitude.

Technique & Style

Employing chiaroscuro, García de Miranda utilizes soft, contrasting light and shadow to create depth, emphasizing the seriousness of the figures set against a grand, dimly lit backdrop with ornate details.

History & Provenance

Originally painted for a devotional series, the work is now part of the Museo del Prado's collection, reflecting García de Miranda's role in Spanish royal artistic circles, including his restoration work on notable pieces like *Las Meninas*.

Context

While primarily known for devotional works like Immaculate Conceptions, this piece showcases García de Miranda's adaptability within the Baroque tradition, touching on Rococo sensibilities through its detailed, everyday-life elements amidst formal attire.

Legacy

As part of the Prado's holdings, the painting contributes to the museum's comprehensive display of Spanish Baroque art, offering insights into 18th-century devotional practices and royal patronage.

Artist & collection

Artist

Juan García de Miranda

Juan García de Miranda (1677–1749), was a Spanish painter of the baroque period, a disciple of Juan Delgado and the uncle of Pedro Rodríguez de Miranda.

Museo del Prado

Museum

Museo del Prado

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