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Portrait of Don Jose de Carvajal y Lancaster with the child, Mariano Sanchez, 1754
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Portrait of Don Jose de Carvajal y Lancaster with the child, Mariano Sanchez, 1754
3471107 Portrait of Don Jose de Carvajal y Lancaster with the child, Mariano Sanchez, 1754 (oil on canvas) by Calleja, Andres de la (1705-85); 126x102 cm; Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Don Jose de Carvajal y Lancaster (1698-1754) Spanish diplomat, founded the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in 1752.
The painting reproduces the moment in which Carvajal, Minister of State and protector of the Royal Academy, gives Mariano Sanchez the medal of the second prize of Third Class, obtained in 1753 by the drawing Fauno del Cabrito.); Photo eKen Welsh; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 18261839
© Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, Madrid, Spain / Photo Ken Welsh / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the renowned painting "Portrait of Don Jose de Carvajal y Lancaster with the child, Mariano Sanchez" by Andres de la Calleja. The oil on canvas masterpiece measures 126x102 cm and is housed in the prestigious Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in Madrid, Spain. The portrait immortalizes a significant moment between Don Jose de Carvajal y Lancaster, a Spanish diplomat and founder of the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, and his young pupil Mariano Sanchez. It depicts Carvajal presenting Mariano with the second prize medal of Third Class for his drawing titled "Fauno del Cabrito" which he achieved in 1753. Don Jose's esteemed position as Minister of State and protector of the Royal Academy is evident through his regal appearance. He sits gracefully in an oval-backed chair adorned with gold brocade upholstery while wearing a powdered wig that was fashionable during that era. Meanwhile, Mariano exudes youthful enthusiasm as he receives this honorable recognition. Andres de la Calleja skillfully captures this intimate interaction between mentor and student, showcasing their mutual respect and admiration. Through intricate details such as clothing choices and facial expressions, this painting not only celebrates artistic achievement but also highlights the importance of education and guidance. This remarkable print allows us to appreciate both the technical brilliance of Calleja's work and its historical significance within Spanish art history.
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