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Spaniard and Mestiza produce a Castizo, c. 1715 (oil on canvas)
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Spaniard and Mestiza produce a Castizo, c. 1715 (oil on canvas)
470245 Spaniard and Mestiza produce a Castizo, c.1715 (oil on canvas) by Juarez, Juan Rodriguez (1675-1728); 80.7x105.4 cm; Breamore House, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: De espanol y de mestiza, produce castizo); Mexican, out of copyright
Media ID 22921404
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Casta Painting Caste Colonialist Colonist Half Caste Inter Racial Interracial Married Mixed Race Racial Reaching Spaniard Castizo Mestiza Mestizo
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "Spaniard and Mestiza produce a Castizo" by Juan Rodriguez Juarez, beautifully captures the complexities of racial dynamics during the colonial era. Measuring 80.7x105.4 cm, this artwork is housed in Breamore House, Hampshire, UK. The composition depicts a Spanish man and a mestiza woman proudly presenting their newborn child - a castizo. The term "castizo" refers to an individual born from one Spanish parent and one mestiza parent. This painting serves as a poignant representation of the intricate social hierarchy that existed during this time. With delicate brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail, Juarez skillfully portrays each figure's facial expressions and body language. The mother reaches out tenderly towards her half-caste baby while the father stands beside them with pride evident in his eyes. Through this intimate portrait, we gain insight into the complex interplay between race, identity, and societal expectations prevalent during colonial times. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as mixed heritage, cultural assimilation, and power dynamics within colonized societies. Juarez's masterful execution of this piece showcases his ability to capture not only physical likeness but also emotional depth within his subjects. As we gaze upon this historic artwork today – now in the public domain – it continues to serve as a powerful reminder of our shared history and encourages us to question prevailing notions of race and identity even in contemporary society.
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