Francisco José Resende De Vasconcelos

Place: Porto

Born: 1825

Death: 1893

Biography:

Francisco José Resende De Vasconcelos was a Portuguese painter, sculptor, and professor of Fine Arts, born in Porto, Portugal, in 1825 and died in the same city in 1893. He was a prominent figure in the Portuguese romantic movement and is known for his genre paintings that captured the picturesque side of customs.

Artistic Career

Resende's work has been exhibited in several museums, including the National Museum of Ancient Art in Lisbon, Portugal. His paintings are highly valued for their technical mastery and emotional depth. He is often compared to the French artist Roquemont.

Notable Works

Some of his notable works can be found on Wikioo.org, including paintings such as Family scene by Maria Aurélia Martins De Sousa, which is now housed in the Soares dos Reis National Museum in Porto, Portugal.

Influence and Legacy

Resende's influence can be seen in the work of other Portuguese artists, such as Vicente Do Rêgo Monteiro, who created the painting Possessão I-VII in 2004. This aluminium piece is part of the collection at the Serralves Foundation in Porto, Portugal. Key aspects of Resende's work include his use of genre paintings to capture the customs and traditions of Portuguese life. His work has been recognized by institutions such as the Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, which is a leader in art and design education.

• Resende was born in Porto, Portugal, in 1825
• He died in the same city in 1893
• He was a prominent figure in the Portuguese romantic movement
• His paintings are highly valued for their technical mastery and emotional depth

More information about Resende's work can be found on Wikioo.org, including his biography and a selection of his paintings.