Marcelino de UNCETA Y LOPEZ - ZARAGOZA

Marcelino de Unceta y López, project for a City of Zaragoza Poster 

This particular piece, a small oil painting on cardboard measuring 26.6 cm x 17 cm, showcases:
The coat of arms of Zaragoza embellished with floral motifs, a beautiful view of the city, and a grand military night parade held on its streets. signed Marcelino de UNCETA.

Marcelino de Unceta y López was a renowned artist, illustrator, and painter from Zaragoza and Madrid. His remarkable historical paintings, particularly those depicting military events, were accompanied by illustrations and posters used for advertisements. One of his most notable works was the first ever bullfighting poster created in 1879. In addition to his impressive talents in art, he was also known for his depiction of horses and bulls in his posters, making him a well-respected name in the Spanish art scene during his time.