Artwork
San Francisco abrazando a un leproso
San Francisco abrazando a un leproso is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Zacarías González Velázquez. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
San Francisco abrazando a un leproso is a 1794 oil painting by Spanish artist Zacarías González Velázquez, held in the Museo del Prado.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Saint Francis embracing a leper, a scene rooted in Christian iconography, set against a backdrop of a city and rural landscape.
Technique & Style
González Velázquez employed chiaroscuro to create a dramatic effect, with strong contrasts between light and dark, characteristic of the Rococo movement.
Context
The work is representative of González Velázquez's oeuvre, which includes portraits and religious themes, and reflects the artist's skill in capturing emotive scenes.
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Artist
Zacarías González Velázquez (5 November 1763 – 31 January 1834) was a Spanish painter; known primarily for his portraits and religious works.
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