A. Simarro (XX) - Taberna española, tras Dean Cornwell

We present for auction an exceptional and meticulously executed replica of 'Taberna Española,' one of the most evocative works by American illustrator and muralist Dean Cornwell (1892-1960).

Cornwell, known as the 'Dean of Illustrators,' used this scene to transport the viewer to an intimate and frenetic moment in Spanish life. Possessing this replica is acquiring a piece that pays tribute to a key period in the history of illustration.

This is not a simple copy, but a high-fidelity recreation created by the Spanish artist A. Simarro, which preserves the composition, palette, and atmosphere that made the original work famous.
Made with oil on canvas mounted on board, the artist employs a mixed technique that alternates between thin layers (for backgrounds and atmosphere) and thick, textured impastos (especially on the figures and clothing, as seen in the reds in the foreground).
The palette is characterized by a masterful use of tertiary and warm earth tones that define the interior of the tavern, contrasted by ultramarine blues and intense crimson hues that bring vitality and movement to the dancers and musicians.

Unique opportunity to bid on a recreation of American classical art inspired by Spanish art!