Francisco Calvo Serraller facts for kids
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Francisco Calvo Serraller (born 19 April 1948 – died 16 November 2018) was an important Spanish art historian. He spent his life studying and writing about art. He was also a director of a famous museum.
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Early Life and Education
Francisco Calvo Serraller was born in 1948 in Madrid, the capital city of Spain. He loved learning and went to university to study history. He earned a special degree called a Doctorate in Philosophy and Literature from the Complutense University. This means he studied very deeply about history, especially art history.
A Career in Art
Francisco Calvo Serraller had a very active career in the world of art. He was known for his knowledge and his contributions to art history.
Working at the Prado Museum
One of his most important roles was being the Director of the Prado Museum. This museum is one of the most famous art museums in the world. It is located in Madrid, Spain. Being the director means he was in charge of the museum's collections and operations.
Joining the Royal Academy
From 2001 until he passed away, Francisco Calvo Serraller was a member of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando. This is a very respected group of artists and scholars in Spain. Being a member shows how important his work was in the art world.
Writing for El País
Besides his museum work, he also wrote a lot. He was a regular writer for the newspaper El País. He started writing for them when the newspaper first began in 1976. Through his articles, he shared his knowledge of art with many readers.
See also
In Spanish: Francisco Calvo Serraller para niños
