José Alcázar Tejedor facts for kids

The Baptism

Parents of the Celebrant After His First Mass

José Alcázar Tejedor (born in Madrid in 1850, died in Madrid in 1907) was a Spanish painter. He was known for painting scenes from everyday life, often with a religious theme. His artworks tell stories about people and their beliefs.

Early Life and Art Training

José Alcázar Tejedor received a special scholarship from the government in Madrid. This scholarship helped him study art at the Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando. There, he learned from a famous artist named Federico de Madrazo.

After his studies in Spain, José traveled to Paris, France. In Paris, he worked with another artist, Vicente Palmaroli. He even had his own art studio there. This time abroad helped him grow as an artist.

Exhibitions and Awards

José Alcázar Tejedor showed his paintings for the first time in 1878. This was at the National Exhibition of Fine Arts in Spain. He quickly started winning awards for his work.

In 1881, he won a third-class medal at the exhibition. Just two years later, he received another scholarship. This allowed him to continue his art studies in Rome, Italy.

He won a second-class medal in 1887. This award was for a painting that showed parents celebrating their child's first mass. He also earned a second-class medal at an art show in Pontevedra.

Important Artworks and Teaching

In 1892, a nobleman called the Marquis of Villafuerte [es] asked José to paint a choir. This painting can now be seen at the Cathedral of Segovia.

In 1896, José Alcázar Tejedor competed for a teaching job. He wanted to become a professor at the Escuela de Bellas Artes de Barcelona [es]. By 1902, he was appointed a full professor there.

After he passed away, a large exhibition of his work was held. This show took place at the Círculo de Bellas Artes, a famous art club.

Some of his well-known paintings include The Magician. This painting was sold to help people affected by a flood in Murcia. Another important work was The Father of the Poor. This painting was shown at an exhibition by the Círculo.

Today, his most important painting is thought to be the one from the 1881 exhibition. It showed a sacristy, which is a room in a church. In this painting, a baptism and a funeral were happening at the same time. This showed his skill in capturing different emotions and events.

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In Spanish: José Alcázar Tejedor para niños