Women Gladiators (Ribera) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Women Gladiators |
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| Spanish: Combate de Mujeres | |
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| Artist | Jusepe de Ribera |
| Year | 1636 |
| Type | Oil on canvas |
| Dimensions | 235 cm × 212 cm (93 in × 83 in) |
| Location | Museo del Prado, Madrid |
The Women Gladiators (also known as Combate de Mujeres in Spanish) is a famous painting by the artist Jusepe de Ribera. He painted it using oil on a large canvas. Today, you can see this impressive artwork at the Museo del Prado in Madrid, Spain.
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What is the Painting About?
This painting shows two women fighting in front of a crowd. They are dressed like ancient Roman gladiators. One woman is holding a spear, and the other has a shield and a sword. It looks like a very intense moment!
Ribera painted this artwork in 1636 in Naples, Italy. It was part of a big project to create many paintings about the history of Rome. Several famous artists, including Ribera, were asked to contribute to this series.
Who Was Jusepe de Ribera?
Jusepe de Ribera was a very important Spanish painter. He lived from 1591 to 1652. Even though he was Spanish, he spent most of his life working in Naples, Italy. His paintings are known for their strong contrasts between light and shadow. This style is called Baroque. He often painted dramatic scenes and figures.
Where Can You See It?
The Women Gladiators painting is kept at the Museo del Prado in Madrid, Spain. This museum is one of the most famous art museums in the world. It has many incredible artworks from different periods.
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The Women Gladiators painting by Jusepe de Ribera.
See Also
- In Spanish: Combate de mujeres para niños
