Velarde Collection

Art deco motif DP234588
St Matthews Church, Townsend Avenue, Clubmoor, Liverpool. Detail of a raised Art Deco-style motif on a balcony at the west end of St Matthews Church

Pedro Velarde Y Santill

Pedro Velarde y Santillan (1779-1808). Spanish captain. Sign
Pedro Velarde y Santillan (1779-1808). Spanish artillery captain famous for his death in the Dos de Mayo. Sign manual. Velarde Museum. Muriendas. Cantabria. Spain

Pedro Velarde. Portrait
Pedro Velarde Santillan (1779-1808). Captain of Spanish Army. Hero of the War of Independence (1808-1814). Colored engraving

LOPEZ VELARDE, Ram󮠨1888-1921). Mexican poet
LOPEZ VELARDE, Ram󮠨 1888-1921). Mexican poet

SPAIN. Segovia. Monument to Luis Daoiz and Pedro Velarde opposite the Alcazar (castle). Sculpture on bronze

Apples being sold at a Farmers Market. Velarde, New Mexico

VELARDE Y SAN JUAN, Pedro (1779-1808). Spanish military man. May 2nd, 1808 in Madrid. Painting by Eugenio Oliva Rodrigo. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Army Museum

Spain. Peninsular War (1808-1814). The Second of May in Madrid (1808). Defence of the Montele󮠐 ark, episode in which Luis Daoiz and Pedro Velarde died. Copy by A

Spanish Civil War of 1820-1823. Pack of cards

Spain (1814). Move of the corpses of Luis Daoiz and Pedro Velarde (2nd May 1814), dead six years before facing up the napoleonic troops. Etching. SPAIN. Madrid. Museo de Historia

VELARDE, Jos頨1849-1892). Oil on canvas. SPAIN
VELARDE, Jos頨 1849-1892). Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Madrid Atheneum

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"Velarde: A Name Woven into History and Art" From the captivating art deco motif DP234588 to the heroic figure of Pedro Velarde y Santillan, this name resonates with significance. Pedro Velarde, a Spanish captain who lived from 1779 to 1808, left an indelible mark on his country's history. His portrait stands as a testament to his bravery and unwavering spirit. But the legacy extends beyond Spain's borders. Ramón López Velarde, a Mexican poet born in 1888 and departed too soon in 1921, gifted the world with his lyrical verses that continue to inspire generations. In Segovia, Spain, a magnificent monument pays homage to Luis Daoiz and Pedro Velarde - two heroes who fought valiantly during times of turmoil. Their courage immortalized in stone for all to admire. Meanwhile, in the vibrant town of Velarde, New Mexico, apples are sold at its bustling Farmers Market. The scent of fresh produce fills the air as locals gather together under sunny skies – a true celebration of community. Pedro Velarde y Santillan's memory lives on not only through monuments but also through historical records that recount his contributions during turbulent times like the Spanish Civil War of 1820-1823. Even pack cards bear witness to those tumultuous years. The Peninsular War (1808-1814) holds another chapter where Spain found itself embroiled in conflict once again. And amidst it all stood brave souls like Pedro Velarde y Santillan – their names etched into history forevermore. Velarde: A name intertwined with valor and resilience; it weaves through time connecting different cultures and stories across continents. From art deco motifs to portraits capturing heroism or simple scenes at farmers' markets – each hint reveals fragments of an extraordinary narrative waiting patiently for us to explore further.