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"Ilusiones": An Exhibition of Adolfo Lozano Sidro's Romantic Novel Illustrations in Priego de Córdoba

Explore 13 artworks created for M. Maryam's 1920 novel, highlighting early 20th-century Spanish literary art.

This exhibition, "Ilusiones," showcases 13 detailed illustrations by Adolfo Lozano Sidro. These pieces were originally commissioned for M. Maryam's romantic novel, offering a unique window into early 20th-century literary themes and visual artistry. Experience a journey through historical Spanish romanticism at the Casa Museo Adolfo Lozano Sidro.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, 'Ilusiones' (Illusions), showcases a selection of 13 illustrations by Adolfo Lozano Sidro. These artworks were created to accompany the romantic novel 'Ilusiones' by M. Maryam, originally published in 1920. The exhibition delves into the themes of romantic novels popular in the early 20th century.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Ilusiones' presents a selection of 13 illustrations by Adolfo Lozano Sidro, created for the romantic novel of the same name by M. Maryam. Originally published in 1920 in weekly installments within the publication _Blanco y Negro_, the novel featured 16 illustrations by Lozano Sidro. This exhibition highlights these artworks, offering a glimpse into the romantic novels of the early 20th century in Spain, which were characterized by strong subjectivity, historical themes, Catholic values, and tumultuous love stories centered around morally upright heroines. The narrative of 'Ilusiones' follows the young orphan Regina and her complex romantic entanglements. This exhibition is hosted at the Casa Museo Adolfo Lozano Sidro in Priego de Córdoba, a venue dedicated to the artist's legacy. The museum permanently displays selections from the ABC Collection, which holds over 600 works by Lozano Sidro, reflecting his extensive collaboration with the newspaper _ABC_ and the magazine _Blanco y Negro_ from 1896 to 1935. Annual exhibitions are organized in his former home and studio.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission to the exhibition is priced at 2€. Visitors can check the specific opening hours for the Casa Museo Adolfo Lozano Sidro, which vary by day of the week. The exhibition is presented in collaboration with the Ayuntamiento de Priego de Córdoba and the Museo Adolfo Lozano Sidro.

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Venue
ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 27, 2024 – Feb 27, 2025
Artist line / attribution
Illustrations by Adolfo Lozano Sidro for the novel 'Ilusiones' by M. Maryam.
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