Artwork
Autumn
Autumn is an oil painting by Mariano Salvador Maella. It dates from 1805 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
Autumn is an oil painting created by Mariano Salvador Maella in 1805. It is part of the Museo del Prado's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a youthful figure, possibly a deity, standing beside a barrel, surrounded by cherubs and another male figure. The scene conveys a sense of celebration and tranquility, with the figure holding a cup and wearing a wreath.
Technique & Style
Maella's use of warm colors and soft lighting creates an intimate atmosphere. The composition features a serene landscape in the background, contrasting with the figures in the foreground.
History & Provenance
Maella, a Spanish painter and chamber painter to King Charles IV from 1774, produced this work in the Neoclassical style, although his oeuvre includes a range of subjects and styles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mariano Salvador Maella Pérez (21 August 1739 – 10 May 1819) was a Spanish painter known primarily for his portraits and religious frescoes.
