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Orientalist Oil Painting – "El Mercader de Zapatillas" – After José Villegas Cordero – 60x50 cm
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Product description
This magnificent oil painting on panel is a masterful interpretation of the famous work "El mercader de zapatillas" (1872) by the Spanish grand master José Villegas Cordero.
**Craftsmanship by Ángel Simarro**
In this work, Spanish artist Ángel Simarro has focused on the most introspective part of the original. We see a character in a moment of tranquility, enjoying a long pipe, surrounded by a wealth of artisanal textures. Simarro demonstrates an exceptional talent here for depicting various materials: from the sheen of copper plates to the soft fibers of the hand-knotted rugs.
**Light, Color, and Texture**
Technically, this painting is a tour de force. The light from the left creates an almost sculptural volume and deep shadows. The color palette is exuberant, with intense reds, gold, and emerald green beautifully contrasting with the warm earthy tones of the surroundings. The interplay between meticulous details and impasto, vibrant brushstrokes (such as in the pipe's smoke) gives the work a unique dynamism.
Artist: Ángel Simarro (Spain)
Inspiration: José Villegas Cordero (Walters Art Gallery collection)
Technique: Oil on panel
Dimensions: 60 cm (H) x 50 cm (W)
Year: 2015
Signature: Hand-signed (lower right)
Condition: In excellent condition
A sophisticated piece for collectors of Orientalist art and classical realism.
Additional details:
- Brand: 1stbuddha
- Designer: Ángel Simarro
- Style: Oriëntalistisch
- Style: Klassiek realisme
- Material: Olieverf
- Material: Paneel
- Colour: Goud
- Colour: Smaragdgroen
- Colour: Aardetinten
- Period: 2015
- availability: in_stock
- product_type: Muurkunst
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CategoryWall decorationConditionVery goodColorsRedSeller locationDamme, GermanyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup
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About this seller
Private sellerDamme, GermanyOn Whoppah since February 2025 • 3 sales