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Volgens de visie van de galerie is het beroemdste schilderij van Jose Del Castillo Wisdom (1770), waarvan het origineel in het Museo del Prado in Madrid hangt. Abundance (1770) en Chastity (1770) maken het trio compleet dat elk oog herkent. Van de 10 werken van Jose Del Castillo in onze catalogus presenteert de galerie hieronder de 10 bekendste werken, elk een origineel met de jaartal, het museum en wat het uniek maakt.
In this luminous oil painting from 1770, we find ourselves looking upward into a circular composition that focuses the eye on a singular, divine presence. The figure, an allegory of Wisdom, is seated amidst swirling, soft clouds that seem to catch a light emanating from an unseen source above. She is draped in voluminous white robes, the folds of which are rendered with a sculptural depth through the use of…
In this oil on canvas, titled Abundance, we encounter a work by Jose Del Castillo. Created in 1770, the painting offers a glimpse into the allegorical traditions of the late eighteenth century. The artist, who was born in Madrid, Spain, in 1737, spent his life within the artistic circles of the Spanish capital until his death there on October 5, 1793.
The oil painting presents a central female figure seated upon a mass of pale, billowing clouds. This figure is positioned within a circular tondo format, creating a sense of contained, orbital movement. Surrounding the central woman are several small, fleshy cherubic figures, or putti, which appear to float within the soft, white and grey atmosphere. The lighting originates from the upper left, casting shadows into the deep, sculptural folds of…
In this circular tondo oil painting, a central female figure sits amidst a dense arrangement of clouds. She is draped in heavy fabrics of white and ochre, which catch a light source emanating from a sunburst in the upper left corner. Her right hand holds a sword, while her left hand grips a trumpet. The composition is framed by a thick golden border, creating a window-like effect that looks into…
The oil on canvas titled Still-Life with Game Birds and a Hare presents a quiet study of the hunt. Created in 1774, this work by the Spanish painter Jose Del Castillo captures a specific moment of stillness. It is also known by the title Hunting Still life Birds and a Hare.
De vier onderwerpen die het meest voorkomen in deze originelen, elk met zijn mooiste voorbeeld.
De 2 musea met de meeste schilderijen op deze pagina.
| Museum | Stad | Werken van Jose Del Castillo | Schilderijen uit deze lijst |
|---|---|---|---|
 Museo del Prado |
Madrid | 8 | Wisdom, Abundance, Chastity |
 Museo Nacional de Arte |
Mexico-Stad | 1 | Portrait of Sister María Clara Josefa |
Kies een decennium om het origineel te zien dat dit tijdperk definieert.
In this luminous oil painting from 1770, we find ourselves looking upward into a circular composition that focuses the eye on a singular, divine presence. The figure, an allegory of Wisdom, is seated amidst swirling, soft clouds that seem to catch a light emanating from an unseen source above. She is draped in voluminous white robes, the folds of which are rendered with a sculptural depth through the use of…
Wisdom (1770), Museo del Prado, Madrid. Abundance (1770) en Chastity (1770) volgen.
33 jaar oud: Wisdom dateert uit 1770, en Jose Del Castillo werd geboren in 1737.
Wisdom, Abundance, Chastity, Portrait of Sister María Clara Josefa, Prophecy, Un paseo a la orilla del Estanque del Retiro, Still-Life with Game Birds and a Hare, Kite with a Group of dead Birds, The Meadow of San Isidro en (31 x 19 CM) (1779). De bovenstaande ranglijst vermeldt het jaar en het museum van elk werk.
Onze catalogus bevat 10 werken van Jose Del Castillo, daterend van 1769 tot 1785.
Voornamelijk in Museo del Prado (Madrid) en Museo Nacional de Arte (Mexico-Stad). De bovenstaande museumtabel bevat een volledig overzicht.
In 1770s: 6 van de 10 werken op deze pagina werden toen gemaakt, waaronder Wisdom.
Op deze pagina is het vroegste Portrait of Sister María Clara Josefa (1769) en het laatste The Meadow of San Isidro (1785).
Woman (4), Clouds (4) en Cherubs (3), verspreid over de 10 werken op deze pagina.
Oil On Canvas, voor 4 van de 10 werken op deze pagina.
Neoclassicism en Rococo, te oordelen aan de originelen op deze pagina.
Wisdom, Abundance en Chastity: het Museo del Prado, Madrid herbergt 8 van de werken op deze pagina.
In the luminous era of the Enlightenment, few artists captured the transition from decorative grace to intellectual clarity as masterfully as José del Castillo. Born in Madrid on October 14, 1737, Castillo emerged from a world where the flamboyant flourishes of the Rococo were beginning to yield to the disciplined rigor of Neoclassicism. His early life was marked by an extraordinary precocity; at just ten years old, he was already serving as an assistant in the preparatory drawing classes at the prestigious Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando. This early immersion in academic discipline provided the foundation for a career defined by anatomical precision and a profound respect for classical ideals.
The trajectory of Castillo’s talent was shaped by the generous patronage of the Spanish court, most notably through the support of José de Carvajal y Lancaster. This connection allowed the young artist to embark on transformative journeys to Italy, where he studied under the direction of the celebrated Corrado Giaquinto. These years in Rome were not merely educational but deeply formative, as they exposed him to the grandeur of classical antiquity and the sophisticated techniques of Italian masters. Upon his return to Spain, Castillo brought with him a refined sensibility that would soon make him a central figure in the Spanish artistic renaissance, blending the warmth of Mediterranean light with the structured elegance of the Neoclassical movement.
While many artists of his era sought fame through singular portraits, Castillo’s most enduring contributions were often found in the intricate world of textile design. Joining the Royal Tapestry Factory, he became a master of creating cartones—the large-scale preparatory paintings used to guide weavers. Working under the stylistic direction of Anton Raphael Mengs, Castillo played a vital role in producing works that brought scenes of daily life and mythological grandeur into the royal palaces. His ability to translate complex narratives into vibrant, weaveable designs allowed him to influence the very fabric of Spanish visual culture.
Beyond the loom, his individual paintings and engravings showcased a remarkable versatility. His oeuvre includes:
As his career progressed, Castillo moved away from merely copying the masters of the past, such as Luca Giordano, to developing a unique voice characterized by clarity and restraint. His work became a bridge between the ornate traditions of the previous century and the enlightened pursuit of truth and order. Though he faced the political complexities of court life and the rivalries of the Academy, his dedication to the Neoclassical aesthetic remained unshakable. When he passed away in Madrid on October 5, 1793, he left behind a legacy etched into the history of Spanish art—a testament to an artist who could find the eternal within the ephemeral moments of human existence.
