Canovas Collection

Canovas del Castillo (engraving)
970892 Canovas del Castillo (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canovas del Castillo)

Avenida de Canovas, Vigo, Galicia, Spain, with a sardine factory on the left. Date: 1900s

Antonio Canovas del Castillo (Malaga 1828-1897), politician, president of government and Spanish historian, drawing by Vallejo

Reign of Alfonso XII, the first government headed by Canovas del Castillo, left from top to bottom Alexandro Castro (state), Francisco de Cardenes (grace and justice)

Reconstitution of the attack in the spa of Santa Agueda in Mondragon, which cost the lives of Antonio Canovas del Castillo (1828-1897), politician, president of government and Spanish historian

A young woman carrying a Roman vase on her shoulder, 1902-1903. Artist: Antonio Canovas
A young woman carrying a Roman vase on her shoulder, 1902-1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1902-1903, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 8

Antonio Canovas del Castillo (1828-1897). Engraving. Colored
Antonio Canovas del Castillo (1828-1897). Spanish politician. Engraving in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1872. Colored

Canovas Tomb, Venice
CANOVAs TOMB in the chiesa dei Frari, Venezia. Date: 1822

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Canovas del Castillo: A Name Synonymous with Spanish History and Art Canovas del Castillo, a name deeply rooted in Spanish history and culture, is a nod to the influential figures of the past. This name is associated with Antonio Canovas (1828-1897), a prominent politician who served as the President of the Government during the Reign of Alfonso XII. His first government, established in the late 19th century, marked a significant period in Spanish history. Beyond politics, Canovas del Castillo is also celebrated in the realm of art. Avenida de Canovas in Vigo, Galicia, Spain, bears his name, as does a stunning engraving of him, showcasing his distinguished appearance. The artistic side del Castillo is further highlighted by the works of the same name, such as the engraving of a young woman carrying a Roman vase on her shoulder, created in 1902-1903. This masterpiece, a testament to the artist's skill, is a beautiful blend of history and aesthetics. The connection between Canovas del Castillo and art is further solidified by the existence of an engraving of him, colored and full of character. His legacy extends beyond Spain, reaching as far as Venice, where his tomb stands as a symbol of his enduring impact on Spanish history. From the halls of power to the galleries of art, the name Canovas del Castillo continues to resonate, a reminder of a rich and complex past.