Self-Portrait 1
José Villegas Cordero’s ‘Self-Portrait 1’ – a realistic oil painting of an elderly man reflecting on life. Explore its dramatic lighting, textured brushstrokes & poignant symbolism.
José Villegas Cordero (1844 - 1921)
José Villegas Cordero (1844-1921) was a Spanish painter celebrated for his historical genre, costumbrista scenes & Rococo portraits. Director of the Prado Museum, he masterfully captured everyday life and religious themes.