Arturo Michelena
1863–1898 · Venezuelan · 19 artworks
RomanticismOrientalismAcademicismImpressionismDramatic lightingDetailed historical accuracyEmotional realismOrientalist themesGenre painting
artist bio
Arturo Michelena was a prominent Venezuelan painter known for his historical and genre scenes, as well as portraits. He achieved international recognition during his lifetime and is considered one of Venezuela's most important artists of the late 19th century.
what you'll learn
Studying Michelena's work allows students to explore the transition from academic painting to more modern styles like Impressionism, while also understanding the use of historical narrative in art. Students can learn about composition, color theory, and the depiction of human emotion.
related: Eugene Delacroix, Jean-Leon Gerome
19 artworks
El panteon de los heroes
1898
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El desvan del anticuario
1893
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Flores de mayo y paisaje
1896
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El Libertador en traje de campaña
1895
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Llegada de El Libertador al templo de San Francisco
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Soldados Arabes
1890
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Miranda en La Carraca
1896
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The Sick Child
1886
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La multiplicacion de los panes y peces
1897
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Cascada de Catuche
1898
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The Milking
1892
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La caridad
1888
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Mujer Oriental
1889
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Paisaje de San Bernardino
1892
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La joven madre
1889
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Escenas del circo
1891
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Rebelion de los criollos
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Paisaje del Paraiso
1890
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La virgen de las palomas (study)
1894
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