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Luis Egidio Meléndez

Spanish painter (1716-1780) · Spain · Artists · Died at 64

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Luis Egidio Meléndez (1716-1780) was a Spanish painter. Though he received little acclaim during his lifetime and died in poverty, Meléndez is recognized as one of the greatest Spanish still-life painters of the 18th century.

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Luis Egidio Meléndez (1716-1780) was a Spanish painter. Though he received little acclaim during his lifetime and died in poverty, Meléndez is recognized as one of the greatest Spanish still-life painters of the 18th century. His mastery of composition and light, and ability to convey the volume and texture of individual objects enabled him to transform the most mundane of kitchen fare into powerful images.

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Spain
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1716 to 1780 · aged 64

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