Jose Navarro y Llorens Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Jose Navarro y Llorens Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 12, 2024
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Moroccan souk", 1900. Oil on panel. Signed and dated.
Est: €4,500 - €5,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Moroccan souk", 1900. Oil on panel. Signed and dated. Measurements: 12 x 16 cm; 36 x 42 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens was directed very soon to the painting, and he attended the corresponding studies in the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native city. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Oct. 23, 2024
José Navarro LLorens. Children in the field
Est: -
Oil on canvas attached to board. Signed in the lower left corner.
Duran Arte y Subastas
Oct. 15, 2024
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS, (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Moorish Souk". Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Needs restoration.
Est: €2,800 - €3,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS, (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Moorish Souk". Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Needs restoration. Measurements: 36 x 48,50 cm; 49,50 x 62 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens was directed very soon to the painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native city. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Oct. 15, 2024
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina". 1892 Oil on canvas. Restorations visible on the back. Signed and dated in the lower right corner.
Est: €5,000 - €6,000
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina". 1892 Oil on canvas. Restorations visible on the back. Signed and dated in the lower right corner. Measurements: 99 x 189 cm; 117 x 205 cm. José Navarro Llorens was directed very soon to the painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native city. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
May. 25, 2024
José NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia 1867 - Godella 1923) Street scene
Est: €1,000 - €2,000
José NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia 1867 - Godella 1923) Street scene Oil on panel 9 x 13.5 cm Signed lower right Navarro
Millon & Associes
May. 25, 2024
José NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia 1867 - Godella 1923) Lively street scene
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
José NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia 1867 - Godella 1923) Lively street scene Original oil on canvas 35 x 24 cm Signed lower right J Navarro L. Spanish-born painter José Navarro Llorens studied at the School of Fine Arts in Valencia. He traveled and spent some time in Morocco, a country whose landscapes and inhabitants inspired him to paint some splendid pictures. While landscapes are largely represented, Navarro's themes also include seascapes, orientalist themes and figures, particularly gypsies and Moroccans. His style draws on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but it is always deeply personal, linked to Navarro's understanding of the world, and evolves towards a certain impressionism. His painting recalls Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, bodily luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. It's an energetic, robust and vital realism, which makes light a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one.
Millon & Associes
Mar. 12, 2024
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Moroccan souk", 1900. Oil on panel. Signed and dated.
Est: €5,000 - €6,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Moroccan souk", 1900. Oil on panel. Signed and dated. Measurements: 12 x 16 cm; 36 x 42 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens was directed very soon to the painting, and he attended the corresponding studies in the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native city. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Mar. 12, 2024
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Moroccan merchants". Oil on board. Signed.
Est: €4,000 - €4,500
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Moroccan merchants". Oil on panel. Signed. Measurements: 12 x 16 cm; 36 x 42 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens was directed very soon to the painting, and he attended the corresponding studies in the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native city. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Feb. 19, 2024
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina". 1892 Oil on canvas. Restorations visible on the back. Signed and dated in the lower right corner.
Est: €8,000 - €10,000
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina". 1892 Oil on canvas. Restorations visible on the back. Signed and dated in the lower right corner. Measurements: 99 x 189 cm; 117 x 205 cm. José Navarro Llorens was directed very soon to the painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native city. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Jan. 30, 2024
José Navarro y Llorens (1867 - 1923) Spain
Est: $2,500 - $4,500
José Navarro y Llorens (1867 - 1923) Oil on Woodpanel, Signed Lower Right, Measures (9 x 9 inches) w/frame ( 15 x 15 inches) José Navarro Llorens was directed very early to painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his hometown. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Dec. 18, 2023
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (1867 - 1923) "Oudjda's Kasbah" Morocco
Est: €1,400 - €1,600
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Oudjda's Kasbah" Morocco Oil on panel Signed lower left 27 x 19 cm 1.400 - 1.600 €
Bayeu Subastas
Nov. 07, 2023
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS Valencia (1867 / 1923) "Medina"
Est: €3,750 - €5,000
Oil on panel. Signed in the lower left corner. Measurements: 12 x 18.5 cm.
Ansorena
Jul. 09, 2023
NAVARRO y LLORENS José (1867-1923) La Caravane Huile sur panneau
Est: €5,000 - €6,000
NAVARRO y LLORENS José (1867-1923) La Caravane Huile sur panneau signé en bas à droite 49 x 70 cm NAVARRO y LLORENS José (1867-1923) The Caravan Oil on panel signed lower right 49 x 70 cm
Martin-Banel
Jun. 12, 2023
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Street of the souk" . Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. It presents craquelados.
Est: €3,000 - €3,500
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Souk Street" . Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. It presents craquelados. Measurements: 35 x 24 cm; 46,5 x 37 x 5 x 5 cm (frame). Navarro Llorens offers us a painting with an orientalist theme and a luminist palette. In the whitewashed houses and market stalls of an Arab souk we seem to recognise the Moroccan city of Tetouan. Figures in their djellabas, sheltering from the heat in the shade of the narrow street presided over by a blacksmith's arch, have displayed their knick-knacks and glassware in full view of the passers-by strolling through the medina. José Navarro Llorens turned to painting at an early age, and studied at the San Carlos School of Fine Arts in his native town. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. That same year saw the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who was unanimously awarded the first medal in the competition. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was contracted to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the local academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but was always deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Museo Carmen Thyssen in Málaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Jun. 12, 2023
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina with Fishermen's Boat".1894. Oil on panel. Signed and dated in the lower left corner.
Est: €2,500 - €3,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina with Fishermen's Boat".1894. Oil on panel. Signed and dated in the lower left corner. Measurements: 18 x 34 cm; 37 x 53 cm (frame). The tactile and atmospheric values acquire prominence in Navarro Llorens's seascapes, and this scene is no exception. The horizon line fades away to create a subtle transition between the sky and the sea. The children entering the sea and the fishing boat blend naturally into the landscape and accentuate its lyrical beauty. José Navarro Llorens turned to painting at an early age and studied at the San Carlos School of Fine Arts in his native town. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. That same year saw the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who was unanimously awarded the first medal in the competition. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the local academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but it was always deeply personal, linked to Navarrete's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, as well as in the Gerstenmaier collection.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 19, 2022
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Oudjda's Kasbah" Morocco
Est: €2,000 - €2,500
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Oudjda's Kasbah" Morocco Oil on panel Signed lower left 27 x 19 cm 2.000 - 2.500 €
Bayeu Subastas
Dec. 15, 2022
Attributed to José Navarro Llorens (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Landscape with shepherds"
Est: €700 - €900
Attributed to José Navarro Llorens (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Landscape with shepherds" Oil on canvas 46 x 52 cm 700 - 900 €
Greco Subastas
Nov. 08, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 – 1923). "Marine". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. Size: 78,5 x 40,5 cm; 94 x 56 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens turned very early to painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native town. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. That same year saw the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who was unanimously awarded the first medal in the competition. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to a glittering career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the local academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but was always deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Museo Carmen Thyssen in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Nov. 08, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 – 1923). "Morocco Beach". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €2,400 - €2,600
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Morocco Beach". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. Size: 18 x 32 cm; 48 x 62 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens turned to painting at an early age, and studied at the San Carlos School of Fine Arts in his native town. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. That same year saw the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who was unanimously awarded the first medal in the competition. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was contracted to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the local academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but was always deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Museo Carmen Thyssen in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Sep. 22, 2022
ATTRIBUTED TO JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867-1923). "SHEPHERDESS WITH GEESE".
Est: €300 - €600
Oil on canvas. Partially legible signature on the lower right corner. The work has been restored. 37.5 x 32.5 cm; 53 x 49 cm (frame).
Subarna Subastas
Aug. 31, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 – 1923). "Marine". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. Size: 78,5 x 40,5 cm; 94 x 56 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens turned very early to painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native town. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. That same year saw the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who was unanimously awarded the first medal in the competition. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to a glittering career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the local academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but was always deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Museo Carmen Thyssen in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Jun. 15, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS Valencia (1867 / 1923) "Ducks in the forest"
Est: €5,250 - €7,000
Oil on canvas Signed in the lower right corner. 40 x 32 cm
Ansorena
Jun. 09, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 – 1923). "Marine". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €4,500 - €5,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Marina". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. Size: 78,5 x 40,5 cm; 94 x 56 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens turned very early to painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native town. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. That same year saw the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who was unanimously awarded the first medal in the competition. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to a glittering career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the local academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but was always deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Museo Carmen Thyssen in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 07, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). No title. Oil on panel. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). Untitled. Oil on panel. Signed in the lower right corner. Size: 16 x 34 cm; 35 x 53 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens took up painting at a very early age, and studied at the San Carlos School of Fine Arts in his native city. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. That same year saw the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who was unanimously awarded the first medal in the competition. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was contracted to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but was always deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Museo Carmen Thyssen in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 07, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Arab caravan". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €15,000 - €18,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Arab caravan". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 80 x 140 cm; 110 x 170 cm (frame). This painting was made by José Navarro as a result of his trip to Morocco, a country whose landscapes and people would inspire him splendid paintings of caravans advancing through arid and wild orographies. The influence of Mariano Fortuny can be seen in the vitalism of the brushstroke, energetic and agile, based on vibrant touches of the brush which submerge us in the mystery of Arabia and North Africa, his is an energetic realism which converts light into a plastic and even tactile value, not only chromatic. José Navarro Llorens turned to painting at an early age and studied at the San Carlos School of Fine Arts in his native city. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. It would appear that Navarro never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he painted genre scenes and scenes of gallantry for fans. At the beginning of the 20th century he was contracted to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He set sail for that destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but it was always deeply personal, linked to Navarrete's own way of understanding the world. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, as well as in the Gerstenmaier collection.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 07, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Beach with fishermen". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower left corner.
Est: €4,000 - €4,500
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Beach with fishermen". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower left corner. Size: 78 x 58 cm; 99 x 79 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens was very early on his way to painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his native town. After his time as a student we lose track of him, and we do not meet him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he took part for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, receiving an honourable mention. It seems that Navarro never intended to project his work beyond a limited local sphere, as can be deduced from the fact that in his early years he devoted himself to painting genre scenes and gallant scenes for fans. However, his early works reveal a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second period. This trip must have taken place shortly after he finished his studies, and he devoted himself to depicting local, North African and Orientalist themes, such as the one we present here. At the beginning of the 20th century he was contracted to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked for that purpose but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. He continued to work in the Brazilian city and held a highly acclaimed exhibition. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, where he settled permanently in Godella. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble manner, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style drew on various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués and Levantine luminism, but it was always deeply personal, linked to Navarrete's own way of understanding the world. His painting is reminiscent of Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous, vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, as well as in the Gerstenmaier collection.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 05, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS. Valencia (1867 / 1923). "Boat beached on the shore". 17.5 x 34.5 cm.
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
Signed in the lower left corner. Oil on canvas. 17,5 x 34,5 cm
Ansorena
Mar. 01, 2022
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS. Valencia (1867/1923). "Still life".
Est: €75 - €150
12,5 x 8 cm. Watercolour on paper. Signed in the lower left corner .
Ansorena
Feb. 23, 2022
José Navarro LLorens. The shipwreck
Est: -
Oil on canvas. Signed and dated (97) in the lower left corner.
Duran Arte y Subastas
Dec. 28, 2021
José Navarro LLorens. The shipwreck
Est: -
Óleo sobre lienzo. Firmado y fechado (97) en el ángulo inferior izquierdo.
Duran Arte y Subastas
Dec. 20, 2021
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Oudjda's Kasbah"
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) "Oudjda's Kasbah" Morocco Oil on panel Signed lower left 27 x 19 cm
Bayeu Subastas
Dec. 14, 2021
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Shipwreck. Oil on canvas.
Est: €2,500 - €3,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Shipwreck. Oil on canvas. Signed in lower left corner. Measurements: 18 x 34 cm; 37 x 53 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens was directed very early to painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his hometown. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling in Godella permanently. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but it was always deeply personal, linked to Navarrete's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, more than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, as well as in the Gerstenmaier collection.
Setdart Auction House
Nov. 10, 2021
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Valencian group", 1908. Oil on parchment.
Est: €2,000 - €2,400
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Valencian group", 1908. Oil on parchment. Signed and dated. Measurements: 21 cm ø; 41,5 x 41,5 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens was directed very early to painting, and he studied at the School of Fine Arts of San Carlos, in his hometown. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he participated for the first and only time in the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, obtaining an honorary mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling in Godella permanently. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Sep. 30, 2021
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867 / 1923) "Family at the beach"
Est: €15,000 - €20,000
Signed in the lower left-hand corner . Oil on canvas.28 x 41 cm
Ansorena
Jun. 16, 2021
JOSÉ NAVARRO Y LLORENS (VALENCE 1867-1923) - Un marché dans une rue orientale
Est: €15,000 - €20,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO Y LLORENS (VALENCE 1867-1923) Un marché dans une rue orientale huile sur toile 34,5 x 41,5 cm. (13 9/16 x 16 5/16 in.)
Christie's
May. 18, 2021
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS Valencia 1867-1923
Est: €2,500 - €5,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS Valencia 1867-1923 Boat stranded on the beach Oil on cardboard Lefranc Signed size 21 x 35.5 cm
Subastas Segre
Apr. 21, 2021
José Navarro Lloréns (Spanish, 1867-1923)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
José Navarro Lloréns (Spanish, 1867-1923) Arab Water Carriers in a courtyard signed lower left 'J Navarro' oil on linen 100 x 73cm Footnote: Provenance: Spanish private collection
Cheffins
Apr. 15, 2021
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Beach huts". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner.
Est: €8,000 - €9,000
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia, 1867 - 1923). "Beach huts". Oil on canvas. Signed in the lower right corner. Measurements: 15.5 x 21.5 cm; 36 x 41.5 cm (frame). José Navarro Llorens soon turned to painting, and studied at the San Carlos School of Fine Arts in his hometown. After his student period we lose track of him, and we will not find him again until 1895 when, according to Pantorba, he attended the National Exhibition of Fine Arts for the first and only time, obtaining an honorable mention. That same year was the year of the consecration of Joaquín Sorolla, who unanimously won the first medal in that contest. Although they were lifelong friends, it is possible that Navarro, given his bohemian and humble character, did not aspire, like Sorolla, to make a brilliant career of official laurels and courtly prestige. It seems that he never intended to project his work beyond a limited local scope, as can be deduced from the fact that, in his early years, he devoted himself to painting costumbrista and gallant scenes for fans. Nevertheless, his early works show a certain influence of the style of Mariano Fortuny, whom Navarro admired, and from whose example he may have been inspired to travel to Morocco in a second stage. This trip must have taken place shortly after finishing his studies, and he devoted himself to painting local, North African and Orientalist themes. At the beginning of the 20th century he was hired to decorate a palace in Buenos Aires, although Navarro never arrived in Argentina. He embarked with such a destination, but during a stopover in Rio de Janeiro the painter decided to stay there indefinitely. In the Brazilian city he continued to work and held an exhibition that was widely celebrated. However, nostalgia for his homeland, the absolute protagonist of his pictorial language, led him to return to Valencia, settling in Godella permanently. There he lived the rest of his life in a simple and humble way, giving painting classes at the town's Academy and painting tirelessly. His style draws from various influences, such as Fortuny, Domingo Marqués or Levantine luminism, but always manifested itself deeply personal, linked to Navarro's own way of understanding the world. His painting refers to Mediterranean clarity through beautiful transparencies, a corporeal luminosity and nervous and vibrant brushstrokes. His is an energetic, robust and vital realism, which turns light into a plastic and even tactile value, rather than a chromatic one. José Navarro is represented in the Fine Arts Museums of Valencia and Asturias, the Carmen Thyssen Museum in Malaga and in the Gerstenmaier collection, among other public and private collections.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 22, 2020
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (VALENCIA, 1867-1923) "ACERA DEL DARRO. GRANADA".
Est: -
José Navarro Llorens (Valencia, 1867-1923) "Acera del Darro. Granada". Óleo sobre lienzo. Firmado y fechado en 1898. Al dorso firmado. 46 x 38 cm.
Aletheia Subastas
Dec. 17, 2020
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867-1923). "ARABIC ZOCO"
Est: €1,000 - €1,300
Watercolour on paper in the shape of fan leaves. Signed. 29.5 x 57.5 cm; 44.5 x 69.5 cm (frame).
Subarna Subastas
Dec. 15, 2020
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS Valencia 1867-1923
Est: -
Marine Oil on panel Signed Size 21 x 36.4 cm
Subastas Segre
Jul. 20, 2020
José Navarro Llorens (Valencia, 1867 - 1923) “Landscape”
Est: €2,000 - €2,500
“Landscape” Oil on canvas Signed 50 x 64 cm
Goya Subastas
Jun. 20, 2019
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867-1923). "AT THE HORSE RACES".
Est: €4,200 - €5,460
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867-1923). Watercolor on cardboard. Signed on the lower left corner. Stains and marks and fold marks. 20,5 x 50 cm.; 45 x 75 cm. (frame).
Subarna Subastas
Apr. 11, 2019
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867-1923) "Arab".
Est: €450 - €590
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867-1923) Oil on board. Signed on the lower right corner. Small losses in the frame. 23 x 17,5 cm and 46 x 41,5 cm (frame).
Subarna Subastas
Oct. 04, 2018
JOSÉ NAVARRO LLORENS (1867-1923)
Est: €24,000 - €31,200
Mercado marroquí. Óleo sobre lienzo. Firmado y fechado en 1900. 72x108 cms
Subarna Subastas
Apr. 19, 2018
NAVARRO LLORENS, JOSÉ (1867-1923). “Vista rural con personaje y burro”. Óleo sobre cartón, de 23x18 cm. Firmado. (Estado de conservación: con ligero desperfecto en el soporte).
Est: -
NAVARRO LLORENS, JOSÉ (1867-1923). “Vista rural con personaje y burro”. Oil on cardboard, 23x18 cm. Signed. (State of conservation: with slight damage in the support).
Subastas Galileo
Feb. 28, 2018
JOSE NAVARRO LLORENS (Valencia 1867-1923) Pareja de gitanos con un burro y Gitanos descansando. Oil on board of 31.5 x 37 cm and oil on canvas of 44 x 49cm. Signed. Circa 1907. Exhibitions: Homage to Jose Navarro. Sala Barcino, Barcelona,
Est: -
Oleo sobre tabla de 31.5 x 37 cm y Oleo sobre lienzo de 44 x 49cm.Firmados. Hacia 1907.Exposiciones: Homenaje a Jose Navarro. SalaBarcino, Barcelona, febrero 1947. Cincuenta años de pintura Espanhola,1880-1930. Fundaçao Calouste Gulbenkian. Lisboa, abril-mayo 1989.Colección del Banco Hispano Americano. Reproducidos en color con el nº20 y 21 del catálogo
Sala Retiro Subastas
Dec. 19, 2017
NAVARRO LLORENS, JOSE (1867 - 1923). "Los hijos del pintor". Acuarela. Firmada en el ángulo inferior derecho. 49,5 x 53 cm
Est: -
NAVARRO LLORENS, JOSE (1867 - 1923). "Los hijos del pintor". Acuarela. Firmada en el ángulo inferior derecho. 49,5 x 53 cm
Duran Arte y Subastas