Spanish Painting

A richly illustrated survey of Spanish painting, this volume brings together colour plates and monochrome reproductions that span from the mystic visions of El Greco to the vibrant scenes of Sorolla and the bold strokes of Zuloaga. The images are paired with insightful commentary by the former director of Madrid’s Prado Museum, offering concise biographical notes and stylistic observations that help listeners place each work within its artistic lineage. With more than sixty artists represented, the book serves as a visual guide to the diverse moods and techniques that have defined Spain’s artistic heritage.

Compiled to accompany the celebrated 1920‑21 exhibition at London’s Royal Academy, the text reflects the excitement such a showcase generated among British audiences. It explores how the show sparked renewed curiosity about Spain’s history, customs, and creative spirit, while also presenting the differing opinions of contemporary critics. Listeners will come away with a clearer sense of why Spanish art captured the imagination of the early‑twentieth‑century public and how it continues to resonate today.