Francesc Ribalta (1565 - 1628)

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Francesc Ribalta

Francesc Ribalta was a distinguished Spanish artist, renowned for his pivotal role in Castilian tenebrism. Born in Solsona, Lérida, Ribalta's artistic journey began in El Escorial, where he absorbed the innovative practices of both Spanish and Italian artists. His early training was a confluence of various styles, including the dramatic chiaroscuro of Cambiaso and the gravitas of Bartolomé Carducho.

Ribalta's career took a significant turn in Madrid between 1585 and 1598, where he focused on religious works and portraits. Notably, his first work, "Crucifixion," marked the beginning of an illustrious career. He later moved to Valencia, further honing his skills and developing a deeply personal style characterized by naturalism, especially in his mature works.

One of the first Spanish followers of Caravaggio's austere tenebrist style, Ribalta's art was known for its stark contrasts of light and dark, adding an intense emotional depth to his subjects. This style profoundly influenced later Baroque painters like Zurbarán, Velázquez, and Murillo. Ribalta's works, such as "Martyrdom of St. Peter," "The Vision of Father Francisco Jerónimo Simon," and "St. Francis Comforted by the Angel," showcase his mastery of tenebrism. These pieces, along with others like "Ramon Llull" and "Saint Sebastian," can be admired in prestigious galleries like The Hermitage, Saint Petersburg, and the Museo del Prado, Madrid.

Ribalta's legacy extends beyond his works. He mentored several artists, including his son Juan Ribalta, who became a notable painter in his own right. Francesc Ribalta's influence on Spanish Baroque art is undeniable, and his contributions to the tenebrist style have cemented his place in art history.

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Date and place of birt:2 june 1565, Solsona, Spain
Date and place of death:14 january 1628, Valencia, Spain
Nationality:Spain
Period of activity: XVI, XVII century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Genre:Religious genre
Art style:Baroque

Creators Spain

Juan Gris (1887 - 1927)
Juan Gris
1887 - 1927
Vicente Juan Masip (1507 - 1579)
Vicente Juan Masip
1507 - 1579
Enric Serra i Auqué (1858 - 1918)
Enric Serra i Auqué
1858 - 1918
Carles Santos (1940 - 2017)
Carles Santos
1940 - 2017
Juan van der Hamen y León (1596 - 1631)
Juan van der Hamen y León
1596 - 1631
Francisco Bores (1898 - 1972)
Francisco Bores
1898 - 1972
 Quintilianus (35 - 96)
Quintilianus
35 - 96
Manolo Millares (1926 - 1972)
Manolo Millares
1926 - 1972
Santiago Sierra (1966)
Santiago Sierra
1966
Juan Munoz (1953 - 2001)
Juan Munoz
1953 - 2001
Juan Sánchez Cotán (1560 - 1627)
Juan Sánchez Cotán
1560 - 1627
Ignacio Leon y Escosura (1834 - 1901)
Ignacio Leon y Escosura
1834 - 1901
Jusepe de Ribera (1591 - 1652)
Jusepe de Ribera
1591 - 1652
Jean-Baptiste Pillement (1728 - 1808)
Jean-Baptiste Pillement
1728 - 1808
Carlos de Aes (1829 - 1898)
Carlos de Aes
1829 - 1898
Waldo Díaz-Balart y Gutiérrez (1931)
Waldo Díaz-Balart y Gutiérrez
1931

Creators Baroque

Bernardo Cavallino (1616 - 1656)
Bernardo Cavallino
1616 - 1656
Karl Purrmann (1877 - 1966)
Karl Purrmann
1877 - 1966
Alessandro Turchi (1578 - 1649)
Alessandro Turchi
1578 - 1649
Francesco Guardi (1712 - 1793)
Francesco Guardi
1712 - 1793
John Vanderbank (1694 - 1739)
John Vanderbank
1694 - 1739
Philips Koninck (1619 - 1688)
Philips Koninck
1619 - 1688
Isaac Fuller (1606 - 1672)
Isaac Fuller
1606 - 1672
Jusepe Martínez (1600 - 1682)
Jusepe Martínez
1600 - 1682
Francesco Zucchi (1692 - 1764)
Francesco Zucchi
1692 - 1764
Moritz Elimeyer (1810 - 1871)
Moritz Elimeyer
1810 - 1871
Stephen Elmer (1717 - 1796)
Stephen Elmer
1717 - 1796
Huybrecht Beuckelaer (1535 - 1624)
Huybrecht Beuckelaer
1535 - 1624
Benjamin Zix (1772 - 1811)
Benjamin Zix
1772 - 1811
Egbert van Heemskerсk III (1676 - 1744)
Egbert van Heemskerсk III
1676 - 1744
Domenico Peruzzini (1602 - ?)
Domenico Peruzzini
1602 - ?
Fede Galizia (1578 - 1630)
Fede Galizia
1578 - 1630
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