Artwork

La Conquista de México. Tabla X

La Conquista de México. Tabla X, by Miguel Gonzales, unspecified, 1685
La Conquista de México. Tabla X, by Miguel Gonzales, unspecified, 1685

La Conquista de México. Tabla X is an unspecified painting by Miguel Gonzales. It dates from 1685 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina. La Conquista de México.

About this work

Overview

La Conquista de México. Tabla X is a painting by Miguel Gonzales, created around 1685. It is now held at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a dynamic scene of numerous figures, some in boats and others on land, wearing varied attire including armor and robes, set against a backdrop of buildings and a large crowd.

Technique & Style

The work features a mix of warm and cool colors, predominantly earth tones, with visible brushstrokes that give it a textured appearance. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene and conveying a sense of energy and movement.

Artist & collection