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Attributed to Juan Rodríguez y Jiménez ”el Panadero” (1765–1865) – Pair of costumbrista portraits with goblet, Spanish School, 19th century - Oil on canvas. This pair of half-length portraits shows a man and a woman in a festive attitude, both holding a glass of liquor in a toast, which adds a popular and playful element to the scene. The female figure appears indoors, wearing a red Manila shawl, a yellow shawl with green polka dots, a white blouse, and a blue ruffled skirt, wearing a flower in her bun while smiling mischievously. The male figure, in contrast, poses in a rocky outdoor landscape, dressed in traditional Andalusian attire: a white shirt, red vest, sash, embroidered cape, and black montera (hat), carrying a bottle in his other hand. The execution stands out for the expressive use of color, especially in the clothing, which contrasts with the neutral and simplified backgrounds. The lively expressions, communicative gestures, and frontal treatment reinforce the costumbrista and theatrical character of the scene. The brushwork is clear and polished, with soft modeling that demonstrates a desire for typological rather than individual portraiture. These works are part of 19th-century Spanish folk painting, which focused on capturing scenes from everyday life, regional types, and festive moments with a decorative and commercial tone. Their strength lies in the joyful and nostalgic exaltation of traditional identity. Dimensions: 163 x 83 cm - 163 x 94 cm