Broadside with 48 scenes relating to the life of General Juan Prim y Prats, 1st Marquis of Los Castillejos 1861
antoniobosch
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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type repetition
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aged paper
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page thumbnail
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reduced colour palette
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traditional media
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text and imagery
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journal
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newspaper layout
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horse
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word imagery
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columned text
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arm
This broadside, created by Antonio Bosch in 1861, depicts 48 scenes from the life of General Juan Prim y Prats, a prominent Spanish military leader and politician. The woodcut illustrations, arranged in a grid format, chronicle Prim’s military exploits and political activities, showcasing key moments from his career. The work provides a visual narrative of Prim’s life, highlighting his achievements and struggles in shaping the political landscape of 19th-century Spain. The broadside serves as a testament to Prim’s enduring legacy as a symbol of liberalism and national unity.
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