Artwork
El escritor Enrique Pérez Escrich
El escritor Enrique Pérez Escrich is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Ricardo María Navarrete Fos. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
Created in 1873, this oil portrait by Ricardo María Navarrete Fos presents the writer Enrique Pérez Escrich seated in a dark wooden chair. The work is part of the Museo del Prado’s collection and exemplifies the 19th‑century Spanish tradition of formal portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
Enrique Pérez Escrich appears in a dark suit with a white bow tie, his thick moustache framing a solemn gaze directed straight ahead. The composition emphasizes his intellectual stature, while the minimal background focuses attention on his presence.
Technique & Style
Navarrete employs a pronounced chiaroscuro, using a single light source to illuminate the figure against a near‑black backdrop. The contrast deepens the folds of the suit and casts dramatic shadows across his face, enhancing the three‑dimensional effect.
History & Provenance
Since its completion, the painting has remained in Spain, ultimately entering the holdings of the Museo del Prado. Its provenance reflects the museum’s commitment to preserving works that document the cultural figures of the period.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Ricardo María Navarrete Fos (1834–1909) was an artist, born in Alcoy.
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