I recently
returned from Spain, and I was so happy to visit a National Art Museum of Catalonia in Barcelona. First of all, that was a chance to see the real
works of my favorite still life master – Luis Melendez. Unfortunately, there
was only one painting on exposition, but anyway I've get a wonderful experience.
So, I would like to dedicate my post to this great painter. Here I’ve collect
some pictures in a high resolution, so you could fully enjoy the masterpieces.
Luis
Melendez is one of the greatest masters of Spain of 18th century.
His works are highly appreciated as well as masterpieces of famous Francisco
Goya. And its hard to believe, that he dyed in poverty and obscurity.
The most
innovation of these still lifes is a composition. All objects a very close to a
viewer, like they are fall out of the picture. They absolutely fill all the
space of canvas.
I like the conciseness
and asceticism of color pallet as well as composition. Usually master chose a
simple dishes, fruits and vegetables, typical for Spain.
At first
glance it seems that objects on the table arranged randomly, but in fact, the
composition is carefully planned. Every object is on its own place, harmonized and
unity with all another objects.
Using a
strong lighting, Melendez highlights the volume of forms, texture and finest
details.
The bold
free manner of painting, strong strokes and such humble tools make these still
lifes absolutely unique.
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