Antonio Mohedano facts for kids

Antonio Mohedano (1561–1625) was a talented Spanish painter from the Renaissance period. He was known for his beautiful frescoes, which are paintings done on wet plaster. Mohedano learned from other great artists of his time and created many important works, especially in churches and cathedrals across Spain.

Early Life and Training

Antonio Mohedano was likely born in Lucena, a town in Spain. His father was a judge in Antequera. Mohedano was considered a "vecino" (resident) of Antequera and a "natural" (native) of Lucena. He began his art training in 1577 with a famous painter named Pablo de Céspedes, after Céspedes returned to Córdoba.

Developing His Artistic Style

Mohedano started his career by painting "sargas," which were large fabric paintings, and "leathern hangings" for rooms. These were very common decorations back then. He was greatly inspired by the frescoes of other artists, like Julio and Alessandro in Granada, and the Perolas in El Viso. Mohedano admired their work so much that he copied many figures from their paintings. This helped him develop his own unique painting style.

Important Works and Collaborations

Mohedano worked with another artist named Alonso Vazquez. Together, they painted frescoes for the large cloister (a covered walkway) of the Franciscans in Seville. He also collaborated with the Perolas. They painted devotional frescoes in the Sacristy of the Cathedral of Córdoba. These paintings can still be seen today.

Later Life and Legacy

It is not fully known where Mohedano lived most of his life. He might have traveled a lot, moving from city to city and from convents (religious communities) to wherever he found work. However, he spent his final years in Lucena, his hometown. There, he painted the high altar for the main church before he passed away.

See also

In Spanish: Antonio Mohedano para niños

Images for kids

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  The Annunciation, by Mohedano in the Church of the Annunciation, Seville.