BORJA Y VELASCO, Gaspar de (1580-1645). Spanish
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BORJA Y VELASCO, Gaspar de (1580-1645). Spanish
BORJA Y VELASCO, Gaspar de (1580-1645). Spanish cardinal, ecclesiastic and politician. He served as viceroy of Naples. Portrait of Cardinal Borja. Baroque art. Drawing. SPAIN. Madrid. St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum
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Academy Baroque Borja Cardinal Ecclesiastic Fernando Gaspar Naples Served Velasco Viceroy Up Right
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1. Title: "Cardinal Borja: A Spanish Ecclesiast and Politician of the Baroque Era" Cardinal Gaspar de Borja y Velasco (1580-1645) is depicted in this stunning Baroque drawing, a testament to the grandeur and opulence of the Spanish court during the 17th century. The portrait, housed at the St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum in Madrid, Spain, showcases Borja's distinguished status as a cardinal, ecclesiast, and politician. Born in Saragossa, Aragon, Borja began his ecclesiastical career in the Dominican Order before being appointed as the Archbishop of Valencia in 1622. His political prowess was soon recognized, and he was appointed as the Viceroy of Naples in 1628. Borja's tenure as viceroy was marked by his successful defense against the French invasion of Naples, earning him the moniker "Defender of Naples." After leaving Naples, Borja returned to Spain and was eventually created a cardinal by Pope Urban VIII in 1630. He continued to serve the Spanish crown in various capacities, including as the Grand Inquisitor of Aragon and the President of the Council of the Indies. The vertical composition of the drawing emphasizes Borja's stature and authority. He is dressed in the rich robes of a cardinal, adorned with the cross of the Order of the Golden Fleece, and holds a pastoral staff in one hand and a ring in the other. The white background further accentuates the brilliance of his attire and the intricacy of the drawing technique. This portrait is a valuable addition to the St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum's collection, providing a glimpse into the grandeur and power of the Spanish court during the Baroque era. Borja's story is a testament to the interconnectedness of ecclesiastical and political power during this period, as well as the enduring influence of the Spanish Empire.
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