Artwork
A primera hora del mercat
A primera hora del mercat is an oil painting by the Art Nouveau artist Ricard Urgell i Carreras. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
About this work
Overview
A primera hora del mercat is a 1907 oil painting by Spanish artist Ricard Urgell i Carreras, associated with the Art Nouveau movement. It is part of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya's collection.
Subject & Meaning
Contrary to the title's suggestion of a market scene, the painting depicts a crowded, possibly industrial indoor space. The emphasis is on capturing the bustle and energy of the gathering, with figures in dark attire amidst stone or concrete architecture.
Technique & Style
Urgell employs a diverse color palette, juxtaposing dark tones of clothing and walls with lighter, more illuminated structural elements. This contrast creates a sense of depth and texture, conveying the dynamism of the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1907 by Ricard Urgell i Carreras, son of modernist landscape painter Modest Urgell, the work is now held in the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ricardo Urgell Carreras (in Catalan, Ricard Urgell i Carreras) (Barcelona, 1873-1924) was a Spanish painter. He was the son of modernist landscape painter Modest Urgell.
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