José Gallegos y Arnosa

"Clerics in the Library", 19th Century Oil on Wood Panel by José Gallegos Arnosa

Circa 1890

EDUARDO LEÓN GARRIDO Spanish, 1856- 1949 THE PAINTER AND HIS MODEL signed "E. L Garrido" (lower right) oil on mahogany wood panel 19-3/4 x 24-1/8 inches (50 x 61 cm.) framed: 28-1/2 x 32-3/4 inches (72 x 83 cm.) PROVENANCE Private Spanish Collector Eduardo León Garrido (Madrid, 1856 - Caen, 1949) was a Spanish painter. He began his training at the Higher School of Painting in Madrid and as a disciple in Vicente Palmaroli...

JOSÉ BENLLIURE Spanish, 1855 - 1937 TIME FOR DISCUSSION signed "J. Benlliure" (lower left) oil on wood panel 5-1/8 x 8 inches (13 x 20 cm.) framed: 12-1/2 x 14-3/4 inches (31.5 x 37.5 cm.) PROVENANCE Private Spanish Collection José Benlliure Gil (30 September 1855, Valencia – 5 April 1937, Valencia), was a Spanish painter. He was born at Cañamelar, Valencia, studied painting under Francisco Domingo Marqués, and showed from the first such marked talent that he was sent to the Spanish school in Rome. From 1903 to 1913, he was director of the Spanish Academy of Fine Arts. He was one of the select circle pensioned by the Spanish government for residence in Italy and executed several state orders for the decoration of public buildings; but he owes his chief fame to his large historical paintings, notably the "Vision in the Coliseum." He became the leader of the Spanish art colony in Rome, where he practised as painter and sculptor. He married Maria Ortiz...

JOSÉ BENLLIURE Spanish, 1855 - 1937 AT THE INN signed "J. Benlliure" (lower right) oil on wood panel 8-1/2 x 12 inches (21.5 x 30.2 cm.) framed: 19 x 22-1/8 inches (48 x 56 cm.) PROVENANCE Private Spanish Collection José Benlliure Gil (30 September 1855, Valencia – 5 April 1937, Valencia), was a Spanish painter. He was born at Cañamelar, Valencia, studied painting under Francisco Domingo Marqués, and showed from the first such marked talent that he was sent to the Spanish school in Rome. From 1903 to 1913, he was director of the Spanish Academy of Fine Arts. He was one of the select circle pensioned by the Spanish government for residence in Italy and executed several state orders for the decoration of public buildings; but he owes his chief fame to his large historical paintings, notably the "Vision in the Coliseum." He became the leader of the Spanish art colony in Rome, where he practised as painter and sculptor. He married Maria Ortiz...

EDUARDO LEÓN GARRIDO Spanish, 1856- 1949 AN ELEGANT DANCE signed "E. L Garrido" (lower right) oil on mahogany wood panel 25-1/8 x 32 inches (63.5 x 81 cm.) framed: 31 x 38 inches (78.5 x 96 cm.) PROVENANCE Private Spanish Collector Eduardo León Garrido (Madrid, 1856 - Caen, 1949) was a Spanish painter. He began his training at the Higher School of Painting in Madrid and as a disciple in Vicente...

JOSÉ GALLEGOS Y ARNOSA Spanish, 1857 - 1917 CORO DE MONAGUILLOS ENSAYANDO signed, located and dated "JGallegos / Roma 1883" (lower right) oil on...

JOSÉ JIMÉNEZ ARANDA Spanish, 1837 - 1903 HUSSARS AT REST signed, located and dated “Jz. Aranda. / Paris 1884.” (lower left) oil on wood panel 21 x 26-5/8 inches (53.5 x 67.5 cm) fram...

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In this exquisite painting by Victor Ravet, we are transported to an elegant interior setting reminiscent of the grandeur of high-class homes. The focal point is a woman adorned in a shimmering pink gown, radiating grace and sophistication. Bathed in gentle light, her dress catches the glimmer, accentuating her beauty. She holds a treat for a dog in her hand, enticing the furry companion who stands on its hind legs in eager anticipation. The canine's eyes fixated on the delicious morsel, capturing a moment of playful interaction between the woman and her loyal companion. The scene takes on a narrative quality as the young woman's other hand delicately lifts a curtain, hinting at another room beyond. This subtle gesture adds depth to the composition, suggesting a world of hidden secrets and intriguing possibilities within the opulent surroundings. Victor Ravet took inspiration from the Dutch Golden Age painters of the 17th century, such as Vermeer, Jacob Ochtervelt, and Gerrit Dou. This homage to their style and subject matter pays tribute to the timeless allure of domestic scenes, capturing a slice of life in a bygone era. With meticulous attention to detail, Ravet masterfully recreates the textures and fabrics, immersing the viewer in the sumptuousness of the period. The soft play...