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Get Paintings Reproductions , 1894 by Arturo Michelena (1863-1898, Venezuela) | ArtsDot.com

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The painting, created in 1894 with oil on canvas, is a masterpiece located in the Galería de Arte Nacional (Caracas, Venezuela). This beautiful piece showcases the artist's skill and attention to detail. The woman, dressed in a white dress with a hood on her head, sits comfortably while holding a child in her arms.

About the Artist

Arturo Michelena was a renowned Venezuelan painter known for his stunning works that showcased the country's rich cultural heritage. Born on June 16, 1863, in Valencia, Venezuela, he studied at the Académie Julian in Paris under the guidance of Jean-Paul Laurens.

The Painting

The portrait of a woman holding a child is a beautiful example of Arturo Michelena's work. The painting features several elements that add depth and interest, including two potted plants, a vase, and a book on the ground. Two birds are also visible in the painting, one near the top right corner and another towards the bottom left side of the image. Key Features:
  • The woman's gentle expression as she holds the child
  • The intricate details of the plants and vase
  • The book on the ground, possibly indicating that the woman was reading before holding her child

Location and Significance

The painting is located in the Galería de Arte Nacional (Caracas, Venezuela), a premier institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the country's rich artistic heritage. As one of Arturo Michelena's most notable works, this painting is a must-see for art enthusiasts. For more information on Arturo Michelena and his works, visit https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/O/AQR576/$File/Arturo-Michelena-.jpg. To learn more about the Galería de Arte Nacional, check out https://ArtsDot.com/@@/A@D3BAZB-Galeria-de-Arte-Nacional-(Caracas-Venezuela):-A-Comprehensive-Overview.
You can also find more information on Arturo Michelena on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arturo_Michelena.
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Arturo Michelena

Francisco Arturo Michelena Castillo was a Venezuelan painter born in Valencia, Carabobo State. He began to paint at a young age under his father's tutelage. Traveled to Paris where he studied in the famous Académie Julian. He was the first Venezuelan artist to succeed overseas and, with Cristóbal Rojas (1857–1890) and Martín Tovar y Tovar (1827–1902), one of the most important Venezuelan painters of the 19th century.
His first great success occurred in Paris at Le Salon des Artistes Français in 1887. Encouraged by his teacher Jean-Paul Laurens (1838–1921), Michelena presented a canvas titled L'Enfant Malade (The sick boy) which was awarded the Gold Medal, second class, the highest honor a foreign artist could receive at the salon. The painting was quickly considered a masterpiece and was acquired by the Astors in New York in the late 19th century. Later the painting traveled to South Florida when it was acquired by Owens Burns, a business partner of John Ringling, the circus magnate. After Burns' death the painting was stored in the Ringling Museum's vaults where it remained away from public view for more than 60 years. In 2004 Sotheby's rescued the canvas and arranged for it to be included in an auction of Latin American art. The painting was sold for the record amount of US$1,350,000.
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La vara rota, 1892
Charlotte Corday, 1889
La Joven Madre 1889
Retrato ecuestre de Bolívar, 1888
Pentesilea, 1891
Lastenia Tello de Michelena, 1890
La Muerte de Sucre en Berruecos, 1895
Vuelvan Caras
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