Spanish Garage. Fragment. Car (1907) by Ramon Casas
Description:
Spanish Garage. Fragment. Car by Ramon Casas i Carbó is a depiction of an early 20th-century garage scene, emphasizing the growing presence of automobiles in Spain during this period. The fragment of the car is central to the composition, reflecting the industrial and technological advances of the time. Casas, known for his modernist approach, captures the sleek design and mechanical form of the car, highlighting the contrast between the traditional Spanish setting and the new age of technology. His use of light and shadow gives the car a metallic sheen, emphasizing its importance as a symbol of modernity and progress. The work likely evokes the excitement surrounding the automobile industry in Spain during the early 1900s, blending realism with Casas' modernist touch.
Ramon Casas i Carbó, a prominent Catalan modernist painter, was known for his portraits and urban scenes. His works often depicted the changing social and cultural landscape of Spain, particularly in relation to technological advancements. Spanish Garage. Fragment. Car reflects his interest in the intersection of tradition and modernity.
Details:
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Location and Date Created: Spain, 1907.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Spanish Garage. Fragment. Car.
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Artwork Style: Modernism with realistic elements.
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Subject/Topic: A car in a Spanish garage, representing technological progress and the rise of the automobile industry in early 20th-century Spain.