"A
vivid, often passionate picture of Spain at the dawn of the 17th
century...Putting these two geniuses in context with their
contemporaries charts a fascinating progression." —Cate McQuaid, Boston Globe
View a slideshow of works from "El Greco to Velázquez: Art during the Reign of Philip III."
This
groundbreaking exhibition examines a fascinating period (1598–1621)
bracketed by the two giants of Spanish painting, El Greco and
Velázquez. Discover the masterpieces of Philip III’s court and the
artists who flourished during his reign.
To separate themselves
from Philip II’s approach to governing, Philip III and his court
"issued in a new style of grandeur" (in the words of their contemporary
Gil González d’Avila), where gala celebrations, elaborate religious
fiestas, building campaigns, and picture collecting were the order of
the day. Much of the art produced at and for the court reflected this
style, replacing the austere art created for Philip II with a more
naturalistic and emotionally expressive art that became the hallmark of
Philip III’s reign.
"El Greco to Velázquez: Art during the Reign
of Philip III" features paintings, sculpture, and decorative
arts—including a partial recreation of the camarín of the Duke of
Lerma, the most important non-royal collector in Europe at the time and
the favorite of Philip III—organized around themes such as portraiture,
religion and the court, and the birth of still life.
Don't miss the contemporary Spanish works in "Antonio López García," on view in the Foster and Rabb Galleries Apr 13–Jul 27, 2008.
Enhance your visit to "El Greco to Velázquez" with a hotel package.
http://www.mfa.org/exhibitions/sub.asp?key=15&subkey=2145
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