JoaquÃn Sorolla
1863–1923 · Spanish · 30 artworks
ImpressionismCostumbrismoSpanish Luminismbroken colorplein air paintingdynamic brushworkhigh-key palettedepiction of light and shadow
artist bio
JoaquÃn Sorolla was a Spanish painter, who excelled in portraiture, landscape, and genre scenes. His work is characterized by a vibrant Impressionistic style and a focus on capturing the effects of light, particularly in Mediterranean scenes.
what you'll learn
Studying Sorolla's work allows students to understand the application of Impressionistic techniques to capture the unique light and atmosphere of Spain. Students can learn about color theory, brushwork, and composition to create vibrant and dynamic paintings.
related: John Singer Sargent, Anders Zorn, Ramon Casas
30 artworks
The Old Bridge of Avila
1910
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Ruins of Bunol
1894
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Father Jofré Protecting a Madman
1887
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Fishing Nets
1893
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The Breakwater of San Sebastian
1918
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Clotidle sitting on the sofa
1910
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Pool at the Alcázar in Seville
1910
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Cafe in Paris
1885
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Sierra Nevada, Granada
1917
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View of Plascencia
1917
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View of Segovia
1906
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Portrait of a Gentleman
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Covachuelas, Toledo
1906
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A Rooftop with Flowers
1906
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Garden of Spanish Farmhouse
1909
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Gardens at San Ildefonso
1907
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The Los Adarves Gardens, The Alhambra, Granada
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Portrait of Mr. Taft, President of the United States
1909
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The Waves at San Sebastian
1915
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Old garden of the Alcazar in Seville
1910
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The Alcázar at Seville
1908
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Afternoon sun at the Alcázar of Seville
1910
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Benito Perez Galdos
1894
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The Relic
1893
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Victor Hugo's House in Passages
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Portrait of D. Amalio Gimeno
1919
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Raimundo de Madrazo in his Paris garden
1906
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Valencia
1910
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An Arab Examining a Pistol
1881
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Blind Man of Toledo
1906
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