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ZURBARAN, Francisco de (1598-1664). Brother Pedro
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ZURBARAN, Francisco de (1598-1664). Brother Pedro
" ZURBARAN, Francisco de (1598-1664). Brother Pedro Machado. 1633. Brother Pedro Machado". Spanish School. 17th century. Painting. Canvas (193 x 122 cm). Baroque art. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum."
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Academy Baroque Brother Fernando Francisco Machado Pedro Zurbaran Up Right
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This stunning 17th century painting, titled "Brother Pedro Machado" by the renowned Spanish Baroque artist Francisco de Zurbarán (1598-1664), is a masterpiece housed in the prestigious St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum in Madrid, Spain. The oil on canvas work, measuring 193 x 122 cm, depicts Brother Pedro Machado, a member of the Order of Saint Augustine, in a vertical composition. Brother Pedro is shown in the painting with a pensive expression, dressed in the traditional habit of his order, holding a rosary in his right hand and a book in his left. The use of strong, vibrant colors adds depth and intensity to the image, characteristic of the Baroque art movement. The artist's mastery of light and shadow is evident in the way the folds of Brother Pedro's habit are illuminated, creating a sense of three-dimensionality. Zurbarán was known for his religious paintings, and this work is no exception. The Spanish School of art, of which Zurbarán was a prominent member, was characterized by its focus on realism and its representation of the everyday lives of religious figures. This painting is a prime example of that style, with its detailed and lifelike portrayal of Brother Pedro. The painting's vertical orientation and the somber, contemplative mood of the subject make it a powerful and evocative work of art. It invites the viewer to reflect on the spiritual life of Brother Pedro and the devotion that drove him to join the Order of Saint Augustine. The painting's preservation in the St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum ensures that future generations can continue to appreciate the beauty and significance of this masterpiece of Spanish Baroque art.
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