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VALLɓ, Lorenzo (1830-1910). Dementia of Joan
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VALLɓ, Lorenzo (1830-1910). Dementia of Joan
VALLɓ, Lorenzo (1830-1910). Dementia of Joan of Castile. 1866. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Prado Museum
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Castile Feminine Joan Lorenzo Prado Vall Valls Dementia Masculine Persons
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This evocative oil painting, titled "Dementia of Joan of Castile" by Lorenzo Vallés (1830-1910), captures the poignant moment of the tragic figure of Joan of Castile, the mad queen of Spain. Painted in 1866, the work is a testament to Vallés' mastery of the human condition and his ability to convey complex emotions through art. The scene is set in a dimly lit room, where the feminine figure of Joan, dressed in rich, red robes, sits on a throne-like chair. Her once regal and beautiful countenance is now marred by the ravages of time and dementia, her eyes vacant and her expression one of confusion and despair. The masculine figure of an attendant, dressed in black, stands behind her, his face etched with concern and sadness. The use of color in this painting is striking, with the deep, rich reds of Joan's robes contrasting sharply with the muted, subdued tones of the room. The oil medium adds a sense of depth and texture to the painting, bringing the figures and their emotions to life. Joan of Castile, also known as Joan the Mad, was the queen of Spain from 1479 to 1504. She was the daughter of Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon, and was known for her eccentric behavior and her belief that she was the Virgin Mary. This painting is a powerful depiction of the queen's descent into madness, and a poignant reminder of the fragility of the human mind. This painting is a cherished masterpiece in the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain, and is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art or the human condition. The horizontal composition of the painting invites the viewer to contemplate the figures and their story, and the use of color and oil medium adds depth and texture to the painting, making it a truly captivating work of art.
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