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Discover Lozano Sidro's Pasos de Baile: Aristocratic Dances Exhibition in Priego de Córdoba

Lozano Sidro's perceptive social portraiture reveals aristocratic dances and high society gatherings in Madrid and Andalusia.

The 'Pasos de Baile' exhibition in Priego de Córdoba presents Adolfo Lozano Sidro's compelling portrayal of aristocratic dances. Discover how his insightful social portraiture documents high society gatherings and their social dynamics. This collection, central to his artistic oeuvre, offers a unique window into historical ballroom events and the 'El Gran Mundo' through thirteen key pieces.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, 'Pasos de Baile' (Dance Steps), focuses on the significant body of work by Lozano Sidro depicting aristocratic dances and social gatherings. It explores the dynamics of the upper class in Madrid and Andalusia through the artist's critical and perceptive social portraiture, highlighting the historical importance of ballroom events.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Pasos de Baile' (Dance Steps) delves into Adolfo Lozano Sidro's compelling portrayal of aristocratic dances, a central theme in his oeuvre. These scenes capture the essence of high society gatherings, where salons served as crucial spaces for social interaction, display, and reputation building. Lozano Sidro, a keen observer of social differences, meticulously documents these moments with critical insight, revealing the nuances of appearances, formalities, and the underlying social narratives. Each of the thirteen featured pieces offers a window into the entertainment and social stratification of 'El Gran Mundo,' showcasing the artist's ability to capture intimate stories through portraits, gestures, and expressions. The Museo Lozano Sidro in Priego de Córdoba features the 'Sala Museo ABC,' a permanent space dedicated to selections from the Colección ABC, which comprises over 600 works by Lozano Sidro. This space hosts annual exhibitions, drawing from his extensive collaboration with the newspaper _ABC_ and _Blanco y Negro_ magazine between 1896 and 1935. Previous exhibitions include 'Dibujando Oriente' in 2015, focusing on his Asian-inspired works, and 'El Amo del Simún' in 2016, which presented illustrations for a serial novel.

Admission and ticket notes

This exhibition is located in the Sala Museo ABC, which hosts annual selections from the Colección ABC. Further details about visiting and admission may be available on the official museum website.

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ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration
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Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Mar 1, 2017
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Adolfo Lozano Sidro, a master of social portraiture, meticulously documented the aristocratic social scene and its vibrant dances.
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