Ricardo Gutiérrez Abascal facts for kids
Ricardo Gutiérrez Abascal (1883–1963) was a Spanish art critic. He was also known by his pen name, Juan de la Encina. He wrote about modern art and helped people understand it better.
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Ricardo Gutiérrez Abascal's Life
Early Life and Education
Ricardo Gutiérrez Abascal was born in Bilbao, Spain, in 1883. He traveled to Germany for his education. This helped him learn a lot about art and culture from different places.
Career and Exile
In 1931, Ricardo Gutiérrez Abascal became the director of the Madrid Museum of Modern Art. This was a very important job. He was in charge of many famous artworks. However, in 1939, he had to leave Spain. He moved to Mexico and lived there for the rest of his life. This happened because of political changes in Spain at the time.
His Writings and Legacy
Ricardo Gutiérrez Abascal wrote several important books about art. These books helped people learn about modern artists. Some of his well-known works include:
- The Masters of Modern Art (Los Maestros del Arte Moderno)
- Julio Antonio (1920)
- Victorio Macho (1926)
- Altarpiece of Modern Painting (Retablo de la Pintura Moderna) (1953)
He died in Mexico in 1963. His writings continue to be important for understanding Spanish art history.
See also
In Spanish: Ricardo Gutiérrez Abascal para niños
