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¡Pobre bruja!
¡Pobre bruja! is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Serafín Martínez del Rincón y Trives. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
¡Pobre bruja! is a 1892 post-impressionist painting on canvas by Spanish artist Serafín Martínez del Rincón y Trives, held in the Museo del Prado collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a dynamic scene in an opulent room, with figures in 18th-century attire engaged in a lively, possibly chaotic, interaction. A child and a discarded red mask are also present, adding to the sense of drama and intrigue.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of post-impressionist techniques captures the movement and tension within the scene, with intricate details such as gold lanterns and ornate wall patterns contributing to the overall sense of luxury and drama.
History & Provenance
Serafín Martínez del Rincón y Trives, born in 1840 in Palencia, Spain, completed ¡Pobre bruja! just before his death in Madrid on 24 March 1892, a year that marks both the painting's creation and the artist's passing.
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Artist
Serafín Martínez del Rincón y Trives
Serafín Martínez del Rincón y Trives (1840, Palencia - 24 March 1892, Madrid) was a Spanish painter, known for his genre and history scenes and portraits.
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