Ricardo Urgell Carreras facts for kids
Ricardo Urgell Carreras (born in Barcelona, 1873; died 1924) was a Spanish painter. He was the son of another famous painter, Modest Urgell. Ricardo followed in his father's footsteps, becoming a well-known artist himself.
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A Young Artist's Start
Ricardo Urgell was born in Barcelona, Spain. He began learning to paint in his father's art studio. This early training helped him develop his skills.
In 1888, when he was just 15 years old, Ricardo showed his art for the first time. This happened at the Universal Exhibition of Barcelona. Later that same year, he had another exhibition at the Sala Parés in Barcelona. This gallery became a place where he often showed his work throughout his life.
Learning and Winning Awards
In 1895, Ricardo became a student at the School of the Lonja in Barcelona. This was an important step in his art education. That same year, he won a second-place medal at an exhibition in his hometown.
He continued to gain recognition for his talent. In 1897, he showed his work at the National Exhibition of Fine Arts in Madrid. He won a third-place medal for his painting called "Gaudeamus."
Growing as an Artist
In 1900, Ricardo joined the first exhibition of the Societat Artistica i Literària de Catalunya. This was an art group started by his father and other painters. The next year, Ricardo became an assistant professor at the School of the Lonja.
He also started his own family. In 1903, he married Rosa Esplugas. Her father, Antonio Esplugas, was a very important photographer in the area. In 1906, Ricardo and Rosa had a son named Josep Maria Urgell.
More Success and Recognition
Ricardo kept winning awards for his paintings. In 1907, he won a second-place medal at the International Exhibition of Fine Arts in Barcelona. His painting was titled "In the early hours of the market."
He also received an honorable mention at the National Exhibition of Beautiful Arts in Madrid in 1908. He won another third-place medal there in 1910. That same year, he won a third-place medal at the International Exhibition in Buenos Aires for his work "El bolsín."
Ricardo's art was recognized internationally. He won a medal at the Universal Exhibition of Brussels. He also won an award at the Hall of the Société des Artistes Français in Paris. In 1911, he received the highest award at the VI Exhibition of Beautiful Arts of Barcelona. This was for his painting called "La filla del carboner."
His works were shown in many places, including London, Pittsburgh, and Madrid. He was even chosen to be part of a big art exhibition at the Royal Academy of London. This show featured Spanish art from the past to the present day. In 1923, the Barcelona City Council gave him a special room for his art at their Spring Exhibition. Everyone praised his work.
Ricardo Urgell Carreras passed away in 1924 at his home in Barcelona.
