Antonio de Pereda y Salgado commemorates an important Spanish military victory over France while paying homage to the Marquis, a member of the king’s Council of State, and hero of the fight for Genoa. The Relief of Genoa’s vibrant colors, elegant design, and exceptionally evocative depictions make it an entertaining battle scene and stirring propaganda.
The Relief of Genoa by the II Marquis of Santa Cruz, c.1635, Oil on CanvasAntonio de Pereda Spanish (1611 - 1678) |
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Antonio de Pereda y Salgado commemorates an important Spanish military victory over France while paying homage to the Marquis, a member of the king’s Council of State, and hero of the fight for Genoa. The Relief of Genoa’s vibrant colors, elegant design, and exceptionally evocative depictions make it an entertaining battle scene and stirring propaganda. |
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