Two Sisters, Valencia

Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida

Created:
Movement:
1909
Impressionism
key Notes:
Sunlit intimacy, Mediterranean vibrancy
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Dimensions:
176.2 × 112.1 cm (69 3/8 × 44 1/8 in.); Framed: 2470.2 × 149.9 × 10.2 cm (972 1/2 × 59 × 4 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Two Sisters, Valencia" by Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida captures the artist's characteristic use of light and color, reflecting his Impressionist influences and his focus on everyday life in Spain. The painting, though undated, exemplifies Sorolla's interest in depicting familial and social themes, often set against the vibrant backdrop of his native Valencia.

Description of the work:

"Two Sisters, Valencia" by Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida depicts two young women seated in a sunlit outdoor setting, characterized by the artist's signature use of vibrant colors and dynamic brushwork. The composition captures the interplay of light and shadow on the figures and surrounding environment, emphasizing Sorolla's mastery in rendering natural light and his ability to convey a sense of immediacy and intimacy.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Two Sisters, Valencia