Félix Colón de Larriátegui
1794 Museo Nacional del Prado
About this artwork
This formal portrait depicts Félix Colón de Larriátegui, a prominent Spanish legal scholar, seated at a desk with his multi-volume work on military law. Goya captures the subject in a moment of scholarly focus, highlighting his status and intellectual contributions.
Did you know?
Félix Colón de Larriátegui was a significant figure in Spanish legal history, best known for his comprehensive work 'Juzgados Militares de España' (Military Courts of Spain), which is prominently featured in the portrait. Goya painted this work at the peak of his career as a court painter, masterfully balancing the psychological depth of his sitter with the precise detail of the books representing his professional legacy.
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Félix Colón de Larriátegui
Francisco Goya, 1794
