Vicent Rodes (1783–1858)
november, 2026

84 pp

155 × 220 mm

[…] This painter, originally from Alicante, became a renowned specialist in portraiture, as evidenced by the large number of works that confirm not only a prolific and fruitful career but also a very loyal clientele who appreciated his talent and mastery of pastels, a technique in which he became the most outstanding exponent of his time. Interestingly, this high level of skill—especially on paper—and the great mastery and efficiency with which he worked have withstood the test of time remarkably well, to the point of becoming a hallmark of his work and securing him a unique place within the context of 19th-century Catalan art. In this respect, art critics have remained absolutely faithful to one of the stereotypes that has most contributed to characterizing the artist’s work […]

Catalogue texts: Francesc Quílez, Alejandro Martínez and Jordi de Nadal

In collaboration with Palau Antiguitats and De Nadal Fine Arts

You can download the Catalan version here