Artwork
The Game of Pato
The Game of Pato is an oil painting by the Early Renaissance artist Ángel della Valle. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
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Overview
The Game of Pato is an oil painting by Ángel Della Valle, an Argentine artist associated with the Realistic style. Created around the late 19th or early 20th century, it is part of the National Museum of Fine Arts collection in Buenos Aires.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a dynamic scene of men on horseback engaged in a game, likely the traditional Argentine sport of pato. The energetic composition captures the intensity of the game, with horses facing various directions and riders leaning into the action.
Technique & Style
Rendered in a realistic style, the work employs chiaroscuro to convey depth and energy. The artist's use of oil paint allows for detailed representation of the horses, riders, and background, including a building, tree, and cloudy sky.
History & Provenance
The Game of Pato is held in the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, indicating its significance within Argentine cultural heritage.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Ángel Della Valle (10 October 1852, Buenos Aires – 16 July 1903, Buenos Aires) was an Argentine painter in the Realistic style who belonged to the "Generation of '80".
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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