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Baltrasar Gracian (1601-1658). Spanish writter and philosoph
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Baltrasar Gracian (1601-1658). Spanish writter and philosoph
Baltrasar Gracian (1601-1658). Spanish Jesuit and baroque prose writter and philosopher. Arte de ingenio (1642, revised as Agudeza y arte de ingenio in 1648). Edition: Barcelona, 1757. Epicopal Library. Barcelona. Cataluna
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1. Title: "Baltrasar Gracian: The Agile Mind of the Spanish Baroque" Baltrasar Gracian (1601-1658), a Spanish Jesuit and renowned baroque prose writer and philosopher, is depicted in this portrait. Gracian's literary and philosophical contributions significantly influenced the moral and intellectual landscape of the 17th century, particularly in Spain and Europe. Gracian's most famous work, "Agudeza y arte de ingenio" (Wit and the Art of Ingenuity), was first published in 1648 in Barcelona, Spain. This seminal text, later revised and expanded as "Arte de ingenio" (The Art of Ingenuity) in 1649, is a collection of maxims and aphorisms that encapsulate the essence of the conceptismo literary style, which emphasizes the use of wit, metaphor, and paradox to explore complex moral and philosophical concepts. Gracian's thought is often considered proto-existentialist, as he emphasized the importance of individual will and the role of the intellect in shaping one's moral character. His work resonated with the intellectual currents of the modern age, particularly in the context of the European Enlightenment and the golden age of Spanish literature. This image of Gracian, held in the Episcopal Library in Barcelona, Catalonia, offers a glimpse into the intellectual world of one of Spain's most influential thinkers. The portrait captures the intensity and depth of Gracian's gaze, suggesting the profound contemplation that underpinned his groundbreaking work. The rich history of this work, as well as the broader intellectual context of the 17th century, makes this image an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of European literature and philosophy.
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