902 - Scene of street performers in front of a fortress – Spanish School – 19th century

Scene of street performers in front of a fortress – Spanish School – 19th century Oil on canvas. 90 × 60 cm. Framed: 104 × 74 cm. A genre scene depicting a group of people gathered before an improvised stage next to a fortified building. In the foreground, a seated musician plays a stringed instrument, surrounded by spectators and travelers, while a male figure in a striking red outfit and feathered hat stands on a platform. To the left, a loaded horse and several other figures complete the scene. In the background, a mountainous landscape unfolds, featuring military-style architecture. The composition combines theatrical, musical, and folk elements with a narrative treatment of everyday life.