VALDES Y FLORES, Cayetano (1767-1834). Commander
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VALDES Y FLORES, Cayetano (1767-1834). Commander
VALDES Y FLORES, Cayetano (1767-1834). Commander of the Spanish Navy, explorer, and captain general who served in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. ROLDAN, Jos頨 1808-1871). Oil on canvas. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Navy Museum
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1767 1808 1834 1871 Autonomous Community Explorer Flores Napoleonic Oils Paintings Pictures Policies Politicians Revolutionary Served Upright Valdes Wars Masculine Persons
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1. Title: Commander Cayetano Valdes y Flores (1767-1834) - A Spanish Naval Hero of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars This striking portrait, painted by the renowned Spanish artist Josè Roldan (1808-1871), depicts Cayetano Valdes y Flores (1767-1834), a distinguished commander in the Spanish Navy, explorer, and captain general. Valdes y Flores served with great distinction during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, a period marked by intense political turmoil and military conflict in Europe. Born in Spain, Valdes y Flores rose through the ranks of the Spanish Navy to become a respected and capable military leader. His service during these tumultuous times was marked by his unwavering loyalty to the Spanish crown and his strategic acumen. The portrait, executed in oil on canvas, captures the commander's strong, determined character and the gravity of his role in Spanish politics and policies. The painting is now housed in the Navy Museum in Madrid, the Autonomous Community of Spain. It is a testament to the rich history of Spanish naval exploration and military leadership. The vertical, upright composition and the use of vibrant colors in the painting further emphasize the importance and significance of Valdes y Flores' contributions to Spanish history. Valdes y Flores' story is one of courage, resilience, and dedication to his country. His portrait, along with those of other political and military figures, serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of Spain during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. This painting is a valuable addition to the collection of the Navy Museum in Madrid and a testament to the enduring legacy of Cayetano Valdes y Flores.
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