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Discover Manuel García y Rodríguez: A Landscape Painter's Exhibition in Alcalá de Guadaíra

This exhibition highlights 37 landscape works by Manuel García y Rodríguez, a master of the 'Escuela de Alcalá'.

Immerse yourself in the artistic legacy of Manuel García y Rodríguez at Museo ABC en Ruta in Alcalá de Guadaíra. This special exhibition presents 37 compelling landscape paintings from the Fundación Colección ABC and Museo de la Ciudad. Explore his unique capture of the Guadaíra light and his lasting contributions to the historic Blanco y Negro magazine, offering a comprehensive look at his oeuvre.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases the works of the prominent landscape painter Manuel García y Rodríguez, a key figure of the 'Escuela de Alcalá'. It features 37 pieces from the Fundación Colección ABC and the Museo de la Ciudad, highlighting his capture of the Guadaíra light and his contributions to the magazine Blanco y Negro.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'EL PINTOR MANUEL GARCÍA Y RODRÍGUEZ EN LA COLECCIÓN BLANCO Y NEGRO' is presented at the Museo ABC en Ruta in Alcalá de Guadaíra. Coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the city's museum and the centenary of the painter's death, this exhibition unites 37 works from the Fundación Colección ABC with pieces from the Museo de la Ciudad. It offers a comprehensive look at the oeuvre of Manuel García y Rodríguez, a distinguished landscape artist of the 'Escuela de Alcalá'. His works, known for their atmospheric quality and narrative depth, graced numerous covers of the historic magazine Blanco y Negro for three decades. The exhibition guides visitors through the elegance and sensitivity of this Sevillian painter, featuring landscapes, everyday scenes, and views of Alcalá, Seville, and Sanlúcar, all imbued with distinct atmosphere and storytelling. This collection highlights García y Rodríguez's profound connection to the light of the Guadaíra, making him one of the artists who best captured its essence. The display represents a unique opportunity to see these pieces together for the first time in Alcalá, offering insight into the artistic legacy of a painter who significantly contributed to the visual culture of his time, particularly through his extensive work for Blanco y Negro.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is located at the Museo De Alcalá De Guadaíra. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 21:00, and on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 12:00 to 14:00 and 19:00 to 21:00. Specific ticketing information beyond these details is not provided on the page.

EL PINTOR MANUEL GARCÍA Y RODRÍGUEZ EN LA COLECCIÓN BLANCO Y NEGRO key exhibition facts

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Venue
ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 11, 2025 – Jan 6, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Featuring the works of Manuel García y Rodríguez, a prominent landscape painter associated with the 'Escuela de Alcalá' and a significant contributor to the magazine Blanco y Negro.
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