Spanish school; 19th century.

Spanish school; 19th century.
"Portrait of Murillo".
Oil on canvas.
It has flaws in the paint surface.
Measures: 33 x 26 cm; 40 x 32 cm (frame).
This 19th-century painting is modelled on the famous self-portrait created by Murillo around 1670, now in the collection of the National Gallery, London. The master's work was probably painted when Murillo was in his early fifties: his hairline is receding and his moustache is turning grey. He is dressed in black, with a delicate white lace collar known in Spain as a valona. He is looking at us, but his posture is both relaxed and self-assured. This work captures that same pose, but does not introduce the famous frame painted by Murillo, an example of his skill as a painter, because of the trompe l'oeil he achieves.

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