Padilla Collection

The Bullfight, (oil on canvas)
827325 The Bullfight, (oil on canvas) by Lucas y Padilla, Eugenio (1824-70); 39.4x33.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bullfight. Eugenio Lucas y Padilla (1824-1870). Oil on canvas

Philip IV, his court and the Meninas detail, oil by Eugenio Lucas, 1858

Battle of Villalar (April 23, 1521), the Comunero Juan Bravo is taken prisoner by the royalist soldiers

The Comuneros fighting in Toledo after the battle of Villalar (1521)

The great Capea (bullfighting with young bulls) oil on canvas

Bullfight in a village, oil on table

Salon of Maria de Padilla, Alcazar, Seville, Spain, late 19th century. Artist: John L Stoddard
Salon of Maria de Padilla, Alcazar, Seville, Spain, late 19th century. The Alcazar was built over Moorish ruins during the 14th century for King Pedro of Castile

Spain. 16th century. Revolt of the Comuneros (1520-1521). Ma
Spain. 16th century. Revolt of the Comuneros (1550-1521). Maria Pacheco (1496-1531). Spanish Noble woman of the House of Mendoza

War of the Communities of Castile (1520-1521). The Holy Asse
Revolt of the Comuneros. War of the Communities of Castile (1520-1521). Conflict between citizens of Castile against Charles V

Juan Lopez de Padilla (1490-1521). Insurrectionary leader in the Castilian War of the Communities. Portrait. Engraving in Historia de Espa?a, 19th century. Colored

Picture No. 11014351
The vaulted Maria de Padilla Bathrooms - in the Alcazar of Seville Seville, Seville province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

LUCAS PADILLA, Eugenio (1824-1870). The Bullfight. 1840. Romanticism. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum

SILOɬGil de (1486-1501). Sepulchre of Juan
SILOɬ Gil de (1486-1501). Sepulchre of Juan de Padilla. c. 1500. Gothic art. Sculpture on marble. SPAIN. Burgos. Burgos Museum

LUCAS PADILLA, Eugenio (1824-1870). Still Life. Romanticism. Oil on canvas

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Father Juan de Padilla finds the cross set by Coronado, 1540s. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

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"Padilla: A Revolutionary Hero of the 16th Century Spain" In the tumultuous era of the Revolt of the Comuneros (1520-1521), one name stands out as a symbol of resistance and bravery - Padilla. Juan de Padilla, an insurrectionary leader during the War of the Communities of Castile, played a pivotal role in fighting for justice and freedom. As tensions escalated between Spanish communities and their monarchs, Padilla fearlessly rallied his fellow comuneros to challenge oppressive rule. The Battle of Villalar in April 1521 witnessed his unwavering spirit as he fought valiantly against overwhelming odds. Unfortunately, this battle marked not only his capture but also spelled doom for three commoner leaders including Juan Bravo. The execution in Villalar remains etched in history as a tragic event that silenced these courageous voices. However, their sacrifice ignited a flame within future generations who yearned for liberty from tyranny. Centuries later, artists like Eugenio Lucas captured scenes depicting Philip IV's court with Meninas detail, reminding us how power dynamics shaped society during those times. Yet amidst such grandeur, it is important to remember individuals like Padilla who challenged authority on behalf of ordinary people. Bullfighting was another aspect deeply ingrained in Spanish culture during this period. Paintings showcasing thrilling moments such as "The Bullfight" or "The Great Capea" transport us back to those adrenaline-filled arenas where courage met danger head-on. But beyond battles and bullfights lies another side to Padilla's legacy - family ties and personal spaces. The Salon of Maria de Padilla at Alcazar Seville offers glimpses into domestic life during late 19th century Spain through John L Stoddard's artwork. It serves as a reminder that even heroes had loved ones waiting anxiously at home while they fought for what they believed in.