Artwork
Alfonso II el Casto
Alfonso II el Casto is an oil painting by Mariano de la Roca y Delgado. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
Alfonso II el Casto is an oil painting created by Mariano de la Roca y Delgado in 1852. It is a portrait of a monarch, held at the Museo del Prado.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a king, Alfonso II, dressed in ceremonial attire, with a crown, sceptre, and shield. The inscription at the bottom, 'D. Alonso II El Casto', dates the subject to 843, but the painting was executed much later.
Technique & Style
The artist employed bold outlines and bright colors to create a striking image. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes light and shadow for dramatic effect, is evident in the painting's strong contrasts.
History & Provenance
The painting was created in 1852 by Mariano de la Roca y Delgado and is now part of the Museo del Prado's collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Mariano de la Roca y Delgado (1825–1872) was an artist, born in Seville.
