The triumph of Salvador Dalí and surrealism in the year of its centenary
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by Alexandra Hernandez
1d ago
Coinciding with the celebration of the centenary of surrealism, Setdart presents 5 monumental sculptures of one of its greatest exponents, Salvador Dalí. On October 15, Surrealism turned 100 years old and, today, it remains one of the most decisive and fascinating movements of the twentieth century. Precisely on that same day in 1924, the first surrealist manifesto was published by the French poet André Breton, which marked the official birth of a movement that has left an everlasting mark in all cultural spheres. The context of deep crisis in which Europe was plunged after the war of the Firs ..read more
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Darío de Regoyos: a chronicler of his time
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by Alexandra Hernandez
2d ago
Darío de Regoyos’s canvases in bidding stand out as a brilliant example of the artist’s most committed production, for their provenance and traceability. These elements significantly enhance the artistic value of both works. Artists like Darío de Regoyos brought to the Spanish artistic panorama a modernity that, at that time, was far removed from the reality of our country. In fact, the paintings made between 1880 and 1900, are conceived under a gloomy vision of Spain, which the painter captured, as a result of his travels through the territory, along with his friend Emile Verhaeren. As a resu ..read more
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Trend: Decorative arts, a sure asset
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by Alexandra Hernandez
1w ago
We are experiencing a comeback of antiques, both from an investment and decorative point of view. And our experts have put together a unique set that will be auctioned at the decorative arts auction, which we are holding on October 29 and 30. Decoration and interior design It is increasingly common to find modern interiors in which singular pieces with a great history stand out. They have a timeless charm that keeps them timeless and brings a unique character to any space, creating a connection between the past and the present. Over the years, styles and trends may change, but La entrada Trend ..read more
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Archaeological Collecting: Three Tips for Treasuring History
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by Alexandra Hernandez
1w ago
Archaeology is a fascinating window into the past, a medium that connects us with ancient civilizations, their customs and way of life. Collecting archaeological objects is not only a way to preserve history, but it can also become an exciting hobby. Here are three reasons to encourage you to start your own archaeology collection. 1. Connection with History One of the most powerful reasons for collecting archaeology is the personal connection to history. Every object has something to tell, from a domestic Iberian urn to an exquisitely decorated Egyptian funerary mask. When you collect archaeol ..read more
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Silver Punching: Information and origins in Spain
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by Alexandra Hernandez
2w ago
Pieces made of silver usually have small marks, sometimes hidden and difficult to find, that reveal a lot of information. They are called punches and, depending on the country of origin of the work and the period, vary in shape. Punching information in Spain The marking system was established in Spain during the Middle Ages, with the aim of ensuring the quality of silver and preventing fraud in its commercialization, with the regulation of this system falling to the municipalities. The marks were applied, in the traditional way, using steel punches, which, by means of a dry blow, were stamped ..read more
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The trail of Michelangelo. An unpublished bronze christ in Spain
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by Alexandra Hernandez
2w ago
When we mention a genius like Michelangelo, our mind immediately travels to his masterpieces: “The Pietà”, the “Moses” or the imposing “David”. These colossal and eternal marble sculptures have transcended time, captivating for centuries all those who stop to contemplate them. The power of attraction they exert is difficult to explain, as the feelings they arouse vary according to the viewer. Beyond the success of his work, the transformative impact Michelangelo had on art is evident in his influence on other artists and on culture itself. In fact, it would be impossible to understand the hist ..read more
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Sources of artistic inspiration: Camarasa and Casas and the landscapes that marked their work.
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by Alexandra Hernandez
3w ago
The creative genius of countless artists, such as Anglada Camarasa or Ramón Casas, has been enlivened by landscapes and places, whose nature and history have inspired some of their most outstanding works. In fact, it is impossible to separate their trajectory from these places, where they found the perfect vehicle through which to give birth to new artistic paradigms. Anglada Camarasa and Mallorca In this sense, the paradisiacal landscapes that the island of Mallorca offers us have been the setting in which many artists, writers and poets have found an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Espe ..read more
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Jaume Tresserra: the jet set designer
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by Alexandra Hernandez
1M ago
On October 23rd Setdart presents a selection of Jaime Tresserra’s most emblematic design furniture. Jaume Tresserra’s designs are proof of the triumph of talent over any passing fad. Faithful to an aesthetic commitment in which beauty prevails over profitability and industrial production, Tresserra, gives life to his designs with the same delicacy with which a jeweler sets his precious stones acquiring in his hands the status of true pieces of art. The exclusivity, innovation and perfectionism that the Barcelona designer confers to each of his creations is reflected in the collection that we p ..read more
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Literature as a source of inspiration in art
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by Alexandra Hernandez
1M ago
Artists like Kim Simonsson are still inspired by the great stories that have accompanied us since our childhood. The alliance between literature and the visual arts has been and continues to be one of the most fruitful and inspiring binomials for artistic creation. Two ways of approaching and capturing reality that only enrich the viewer’s experience by creating a fascinating dialogue between the visual and the narrative. As if there were an implicit pact between them, both have fed back and forth until they have become part of our collective imagination, providing new prisms from which to La ..read more
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St. Sebastian, St. Irene and Lucina: Baroque Heroism
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by uvallejos
1M ago
José de Ribera, one of the great masters of the Baroque, found in the figure of Saint Sebastian an inexhaustible source of artistic inspiration. In his work, he depicts the saint’s story as a symbol of life and faith, capturing the tension between suffering and redemption. Ribera found a great source of inspiration in the figure of Saint Sebastian and in his story, marked by his rise in the army in the time of Diocletian and by his charisma, with which he converted many Romans to Christianity and even managed to avoid the execution of others. Precisely, his torment and La entrada St. Sebastian ..read more
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