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Chillida and Oteiza: Basque Avant-Garde Sculpture

The transformation of Basque sculpture in the 20th century In the mid-twentieth century, Basque sculpture underwent a profound transformation that placed it on the international art map. In this process of renewal and avant-garde, two figures emerged as indisputable references: Chillida (1924-2002)

The Splendor of Catalan Sculpture: Joan Rebull as an Inescapable Referent

Catalan sculpture has experienced moments of splendor that have left an indelible mark on European art. From the Middle Ages to modern times, Catalonia has been the cradle of great talents who, through stone, bronze or marble, have expressed the identity, spirit

Ariadne on a panther: A Neoclassical jewel on auction

Immerse yourself in the neoclassical universe with this exceptional marble sculpture representing Ariadne, the mythical Cretan princess, riding a panther. The myth of Ariadne and the Neoclassical period The figure of Ariadne, daughter of King Minos of Crete, has been an inexhaustible

The triumph of Salvador Dalí and surrealism in the year of its centenary

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

The trail of Michelangelo. An unpublished bronze christ in Spain

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

Literature as a source of inspiration in art

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

Dalí and Surrealism

The obsessions, torments and hidden desires hidden in the human psyche have been one of the most powerful creative engines in our history. In this respect, the year 1900 became a key date, when a real fervor to explore, interpret and understand

The Granados Collection

The Renaissance of a National Artistic Treasure In October, Setdart will tender one of the most prestigious national collections of Spanish Baroque, the Granados collection. This event will offer a unique opportunity for collectors and art enthusiasts to acquire works by great

Vacations with art

The Oriental Museum of Valladolid has one of the best collections of Chinese, Japanese and Philippine art in Spain. His spectacular works allow us to know in depth the cultural exchanges that, since the 16th century, took place in the Asian continent

The splendor and peril of ormulu in 19th century France

“May he go to hell! Even the gilder whose brain has succumbed to the vapors of quicksilver is more passionate than he,” exclaimed Flamíneo to Paulo Giordano Orsini, Duke of Bracciano, in John Webster’s tragedy, “The White Devil,” of 1612. The mercury

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