Murillo
Definition
Proper noun A Spanish Baroque painter, active during the 17th century, known for his religious works and genre scenes depicting everyday life, particularly of street children.
Usage Examples
- The museum's collection includes a significant work by Murillo.
- Murillo's style evolved from the dramatic tenebrism of his early period to a softer, more luminous technique.
- Scholars often compare the works of Murillo and his contemporary, Velázquez.
Advanced Usage
- In an art historical context: The term is used to denote a specific period or style within Spanish Baroque painting.
- The influence of Murillo can be seen in the later works of many Spanish artists.
- As an attributive noun: Used to describe paintings, styles, or periods associated with the artist.
- The gallery acquired a Murillo sketch. (Meaning: a sketch by Murillo)
- She is an expert on the Murillo period in Seville.
Variants and Related Words
- Murillesque (adjective): Resembling or in the style of Murillo's paintings, often characterized by sweetness, idealized beauty, and soft lighting.
- The portrait had a certain Murillesque quality in its treatment of light.
Synonyms
- Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (full name)
Related Phrases and Contexts
- School of Seville: Murillo is a central figure of the Baroque School of Seville.
- Immaculate Conception: A frequent subject in Murillo's religious paintings, for which he developed famous iconographic models.
- Genre painting: Murillo is noted for his sympathetic depictions of beggar children and street scenes, a type of genre painting.
Noun
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Spanish painter (1617-1682)
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