📖 WIPIVERSE

🔍 Currently registered entries: 126,455건

Rodrigo de Villandrando (painter)

Rodrigo de Villandrando (died 1622) was a Spanish court painter, known primarily for his portraits. He served under Philip III of Spain, succeeding Juan Pantoja de la Cruz in that role after Pantoja de la Cruz's death in 1608.

Details regarding Villandrando's early life and artistic training remain scarce. His known works consist mainly of portraits of the royal family and members of the court, adhering to the formal style prevalent in Spanish Habsburg portraiture of the period. He often replicated earlier portraits of Philip III and his family, contributing to the established visual representation of the Spanish monarchy.

While not considered an innovator, Villandrando played a significant role in maintaining the continuity of court portraiture during his tenure. He is known to have collaborated with other artists on larger projects, sometimes painting the figures in portraits while other artists handled elements such as clothing and backgrounds. His portraits are held in collections including the Museo del Prado.