Manuel Rosé (1882–1961) was a prominent Uruguayan painter known for his contributions to the visual arts in Uruguay.
Manuel Rosé | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1882 (age 141–142) |
| Died | 1961 (aged 78–79) |
| Nationality | Uruguayan |
| Known for | Painting |
| Notable work | Jarrón con Flores, Tipo de Española, La Italiana, La Cantera, Payaso con Guitarra, Payaso con Caballo Blanco |
| Awards | First Prize at the National Painting Salon (1937), Gold Medal at the American Exhibition in Seville (1929) |
Early life and education
editManuel Rosé was born in 1882 in Uruguay. His artistic journey began early, and in 1905, he traveled to Italy to study at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. By 1908, Rosé was awarded a scholarship to study at the Académie de la Grande Chaumière and the Académie Colarossi in Paris, France. Subsequently, he earned another scholarship to the Academia Vitti, where he studied under renowned professors Kees van Dongen and Hermenegildo Anglada Camarasa. The academy also trained notable Uruguayan artists like José Cuneo and Carmelo de Arzadun.[1]
Artistic career
editRosé returned to Uruguay to share his expertise, teaching at the Círculo Fomento de Bellas Artes in Montevideo from 1914 to 1917. During this period, he painted landscapes depicting the areas surrounding Las Piedras, where he lived for several years, and the Sierras de Córdoba, the birthplace of his wife. These works reflected his connection to the natural beauty and cultural richness of his environment.[2]
Artistic legacy
editIn honor of his contributions, the Liceo Manuel Rosé in Las Piedras—declared a national historic monument—was named after him.[2]
Key works
editManuel Rosé’s works include:
Honors and exhibitions
editRosé's work has been displayed in numerous exhibitions, including a retrospective at the Cabildo of Montevideo. His art remains a permanent feature in the Museo Nacional de Artes Visuales in Uruguay, ensuring his legacy continues to inspire.[3]
Awards
edit- 1937: First Prize at the National Painting Salon.[citation needed]
- 1929: Gold Medal at the Ibero-American Exposition in Seville.[4]
Death
editManuel Rosé died in 1961.
References
edit- ^ "Pequeña muestra de Manuel Rosé". LARED21 (in Spanish). 2010-09-20. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ a b "Manuel Rosé (1882 - 1961) | Intendencia de Canelones". www.imcanelones.gub.uy. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ a b c d e "Artista: Manuel Rosé". Museo Nacional de Artes Visuales (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-11-27.
- ^ Rela, Walter (2002). Personalidades de la cultura en el Uruguay. Biblioteca Nacional de Uruguay. p. 212.