Who painted Parábola de la cizaña?

Parábola de la cizaña was painted by Pedro Orrente in 1601.

Where can I see Parábola de la cizaña?

Parábola de la cizaña is held by Museo del Prado.

What movement is Parábola de la cizaña?

Parábola de la cizaña is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Can I buy a print of Parábola de la cizaña?

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Artwork

Parábola de la cizaña

Pedro Orrente , 1601

Parábola de la cizaña is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Pedro Orrente. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Overview

Parábola de la cizaña is a 1601 oil painting by Spanish Baroque artist Pedro Orrente, characterized by its Naturalistic style. It is part of the Museo del Prado's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene scene with a man in a distinctive red shirt seated under a tree, accompanied by his dog. In the background, a figure walks with a stick amidst hills, trees, and a cloudy sky, suggesting a narrative that may allude to the biblical parable of the tares (cizaña), though the specific interpretation of the scene is not explicitly stated.

Technique & Style

Orrente employs a predominantly dark color palette, accentuating the central figure and his dog through contrast. The composition balances warm earth tones (browns, red) with cool greens, characteristic of early Baroque Naturalism.

History & Provenance

Created in 1601, the painting is attributed to the early Baroque Italian movement, despite being the work of a Spanish artist. It is currently housed in the Museo del Prado.

Context

While the painting's style aligns with the early Baroque Italian movement, Orrente's nationality situates it within the broader European artistic currents of the time, reflecting the period's cross-cultural influences.

Legacy

As part of the Museo del Prado's collection, *Parábola de la cizaña* contributes to the museum's extensive Baroque holdings, offering insight into Orrente's contribution to the Naturalistic tradition of the early 17th century.

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Artist

Pedro Orrente

Pedro de Orrente (April 1580 – 19 January 1645) was a Spanish painter of the early Baroque period. He became one of the first artists in that part of Spain to paint in a Naturalistic style.