José María Casado Del Alisal

Place: Villada

Born: 1830

Death: 1886

Biography:

Early Life and Education

José María Casado del Alisal

, a renowned Spanish painter, was born in Villada, Spain, between 1830 and 1832. He initiated his artistic journey at the Escuela Municipal de Dibujo de Palencia, which played a pivotal role in shaping many notable Spanish artists. Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, under the tutelage of Federico de Madrazo, further honed his skills.

Artistic Career and Achievements

* **Rome, Naples, Milan, and Venice**: His painting "The Resurrection of Lazarus" (1855) earned him a fellowship to study in Rome, followed by extended stays in Naples, Milan, and Venice. * **Paris Exposition (1862)**: He participated with his work "The Oath of the Cortes of Cádiz", now displayed at the Congress of Deputies. * **National Exhibitions (1860 and 1864)**: Awarded medals for his outstanding contributions.

Leadership and Later Life

* **Director of the Spanish Academy in Rome (1881)**: He became the first director but resigned after "The Bell of Huesca" received only an honorable mention at the Exhibition. * **Member of the San Fernando Academy (1885)**: A testament to his enduring legacy.

Notable Works and Legacy

• Portraits of Baldomero Espartero, Isabel II, Alfonso XII, and Emilio Castelar y Ripoll
• Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer's Deathbed Engraving, capturing the unique lighting of a total solar eclipse
• His brother, Carlos Casado del Alisal, was a Spanish-Argentine businessman and economic advisor

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