Zurbaran Exhibition & Collection Catalog | Francesca Whitlum-Cooper | Hardcover

Dedicated to Francisco de Zurbarán (1598–1664), one of the great painters of seventeenth‑century Spain, this lavishly illustrated publication celebrates the drama and power of his distinctive body of work. As a peer of Murillo and Velázquez, Zurbarán’s innovative approach to sacred subjects imbues his works with a startling naturalism and deep emotional force.

This catalog explores Zurbarán’s most important commissions, ranging from dramatic religious visions to tender domestic scenes, offering a fresh appraisal of this singularly gifted artist through exciting new discoveries written by experts in the field.

Key Features & Content

• Focuses on the work of Francisco de Zurbarán (1598–1664), a major painter of seventeenth-century Spain.
• Explores his striking depictions of saints, large-scale altarpieces, and symbolic still-life paintings.
• Features contributions from authors Francesca Whitlum-Cooper, Daniel Sobrino Ralston, Imogen Tedbury, and Rebecca J Long.
• Lavishly illustrated publication format suitable for art collectors and scholars.

Exhibition Schedule Included

This publication corresponds with the following exhibitions:

• The National Gallery, London (2 May–23 August 2026)
• Musée du Louvre, Paris (7 October 2026-25 January 2027)
• Art Institute of Chicago (28 February-20 June 2027)

Specifications

• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 208 pages
• ISBN-10: 1857097394
• ISBN-13: 978-1857097399
• Dimensions: 240 x 280 x 20mm (Approx. 9.4 x 11 x 0.8 inches)
• Weight: Approximately 1.41 kg (1408g)
• Publisher: National Gallery Company Ltd (Distributed by Yale University Press)

Acquire this essential exhibition catalog to delve into the naturalism and emotional power of Zurbarán's celebrated oeuvre.