18th c. Mexican Painting, Studio of Miguel Cabrera

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Product Name: 18th c. Mexican Painting, Studio of Miguel Cabrera
Product Category: FINE ART, REDUCED ITEMS
Product/Ref Number: miguel cabrera
Number of Item: 1
Measurements:
   Width: 31.5 inches
   Height: 40 inches

Description:
Fine Large Spanish Colonial (Mexico) Oil Painting, Studio/School of Miguel Cabrera. Mateo Miguel Madonado y Cabrera (1695-1768) was born in Antequera (now Oaxaca), Mexico and relocated to Mexico City in 1719. It is believe that he studied under the Rodriguez Juarez brothers or, perhaps, Jose de Ibarra. Cabrera was stylistically influenced by the Spanish painter, Esteban Murillo and French painters of the period. During his lifetime, he was recognized as the "Greatest Painter of New Spain". Cabrera established a large workshop in Mexico City where, as Official Painter to the Archbishop of Mexico, he executed many commissions. In addition to his religious paintings, Cabrera is known for his "Casta" paintings and portraits. In 1753, Cabrera founded the first Mexican Academy of Painting. This painting dates to c. 1740-45 and has been informally attributed to the Studio of Miguel Cabrera by the Denver Museum of Art.  The Salvator Mundi theme is unusual and derives from 17th c. engravings, a common source of inspiration in Colonial Spain. The child Jesus (Nino Jesus) is supported by a trio of cherubs and rests his left hand, holding a gold cross, on the world. The painting is based on the religious symbolism employed by artists of the period. The light striking the figure brings life to the entire painting. The pose of "El Nino Jesus" was intended to educate the viewer regarding all of the major tenants of the Christian faith, but the artist does so in an almost playful manner. The child is so real, his faith and trust in His Heavenly Father perfectly revealed. The painting measures 31.5" x 40"; the measurements with frame are "40 x 47.5". The painting is in good overall condition It has been loosely glue to board and does not retain its stretcher; the frame is not original and dates to the mid 19th c. 
Tags: Spanish Colonial, 18th C. Painting, Mexican, Salvator Mundi, Miguel Cabrera, Angels, Putti