‘Virgin of the Immaculate Conception’ by Fray Alonso López de Herrera
Photos courtesy of Boca Raton Museum of Art
The Boca Raton Museum of Art announced in November the world premiere of “Splendor and Passion: Baroque Spain and Its Empire.” The exhibition, which runs through March 30, is part of the museum’s 75th anniversary landmark celebration.
Organized in partnership with the Hispanic Society Museum & Library in New York City, the exhibition features a collection of 57 Baroque masterpieces, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the dynamic and emotive art of the 16th and 17th centuries. Visitors will experience Spain’s rich artistic heritage during a transformative era through this rare collection.
“Splendor and Passion” explores the prominent art and history of Spain beginning with its Siglo de Oro (Golden Age), drawing from the extraordinary riches of The Hispanic Society Museum & Library’s collection of Renaissance and Baroque holdings. El Greco, Diego Velázquez and Bartolomé Esteban Murillo are among the artists whose work is on display.
In addition, the museum is featuring works by contemporary Spanish conceptual artist Félix De La Concha, including “Las Meninas from an Artificial Light,” copy of Velázquez’s famous painting, and a triptych commissioned by the museum as a tribute to the City of Boca Raton’s centennial celebration in 2025. Painted en plein air, it depicts the important crossroads of Dixie Highway, the Flagler railroad and Camino Real, with Addison Mizner’s administrative building as the centerpiece.
As part of its 75th anniversary, the museum is hosting a series of special events and programs honoring Spanish heritage such as curator talks, a Spanish film festival, wine tastings from Spanish vineyards and educational experiences. Additionally, an array of cultural events will be held, culminating in a grand gala on Jan. 25, 2025.
For more information, visit bocamuseum.org.
‘Saint Michael Striking Down the Rebellious Angels’ by Sebastián López de Arteaga