Francisco Iturrino and the imprint of Fauvism on his work

At the beginning of the 20th century, when European art was struggling between the legacy of Impressionism and the urgency for new forms of expression, a group of French artists emerged, ready to break with all conventions. They were called fauves – “wild beasts”- for their wild use of color and their contempt for academic canons. Although the movement was short-lived, its echo resonated beyond France, transforming the European art scene. In this context, a name that deserves to be rediscovered stands out: Francisco Iturrino, an artist who introduced in Spain a radical colorist vision in tune with French Fauvism.