Artwork
Pescadores cargando su mercancía sobre un caballo
Pescadores cargando su mercancía sobre un caballo is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Zacarías González Velázquez. It dates from 1793 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
Pescadores cargando su mercancía sobre un caballo is an 18th-century oil painting by Spanish artist Zacarías González Velázquez, created in 1793. It is part of the Museo del Prado's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a serene moment by a body of water, contrasting active fishermen loading goods onto a horse with others at rest, conveying a sense of balanced daily life.
Technique & Style
Executed in warm, cozy hues, the work employs nuanced light and shadow to achieve depth and dimensionality, characteristic of the Rococo movement's emphasis on everyday life and sensory detail.
History & Provenance
Created in 1793, the painting is attributed to Zacarías González Velázquez, known primarily for portraits and religious themes, yet here exploring a quotidian scene. It resides in the Museo del Prado.
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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.
