Mestres Collection

ROBERT i YARZABAL, Bartomeu (1842-1902). Catalan physician and politician. MESTRES I BORRELL, F鬩 x (1872-1933). Painting. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Gallery of Famous Catalans

Bartolome Robert (1842-1902), Catalan doctor and politician, major of Barcelona in 1899

Güell cellar in El Garraf, inside of the chapel built on the top of the building
Guell cellar in El Garraf, inside of the chapel built on the top of the building with parabolic arches, designed by Francesc Berenguer i Mestres, a disciple of Antoni Gaudi

Detail of Güell cellar in El Garraf, work by Francesc Berenguer i Mestres (1866 - 1914)
Detail of Guell cellar in El Garraf, work by Francesc Berenguer i Mestres (1866 - 1914), a disciple of Antoni Gaudi

The councilors visit the glass fair of the Borne on the first day of the year, tapestry on a cardboard of Felix Mestres woven in the Aymat Workshops

Josep Oriol Mestres i Esplugas (1815-1895). Spanish architect. Portrait. Engraving. 19th century. Colored

Guell Wine Cellar (1895-1897). Chapel. By Antoni Gaudi (1852
Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926). Catalan architect. Guell Wine Cellar (1895-1897). Exterior of a chapel. Catalonia. Spain

Spain. Barcelona. Cathedral. Facade. Neogothic style. 1885-1
Spain. Barcelona. Cathedral. Facade, was built between 1885-1915, by the architects Josep Oriol Mestres (1815-1895) and August Font i Carreras (1846-1924). Neogothic style

Spain. Barcelona. Cathedral. Facade. Archivolt. Neogothic st
Spain. Barcelona. Cathedral. Archivolts. Detail. The facade was finally finished in the early 20th century, by the architects Josep Oriol Mestres (1815-1895) and August Font i Carreras (1846-1924)

Counselors visit the glass exhibition of El Borne on the first day of the year. Tapestry (1929). of Aymat House (Sant Cugat del Valle?s), on a carton of Catalan modernist painter Fe

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"Mestres: A Legacy of Catalonian Excellence" The name "Mestres" resonates with brilliance and accomplishment in the realms of art, architecture, politics, and medicine. From Robert i Yarzabal to Bartomeu Catalan, these individuals have left an indelible mark on Catalonia's rich history. Josep Oriol Mestres i Esplugas, a Spanish architect born in 1815, showcased his mastery through awe-inspiring structures that still stand today. His architectural prowess can be witnessed in the Güell cellar in El Garraf, where a magnificent chapel crowns the building. This masterpiece was crafted by Francesc Berenguer i Mestres (1866-1914), who inherited the family's artistic talent. Bartolome Robert (1842-1902), not only a doctor but also a politician who served as Barcelona's mayor in 1899, played a pivotal role in shaping the city's future. His vision for progress extended beyond healthcare to encompass urban development and governance. Intriguingly enough, even councilors found solace amidst creativity. They embarked on visits to exhibitions such as the glass fair of El Borne at the start of each year. These excursions allowed them to appreciate fine craftsmanship while fostering cultural exchange within their community. Antoni Gaudi (1852) further elevated Catalonia's architectural landscape with his iconic Guell Wine Cellar (1895-1897). The chapel within this structure stands as a testament to Gaudi's genius and devotion to his craft. Not limited solely to architecture, Catalonia boasts neogothic marvels like Barcelona Cathedral Facade - an embodiment of grandeur dating back to 1885-1. Its archivolts exude intricate details that captivate all who behold them. Francesc Macia stood alongside artists like Berenguer i Mestres during his tenure as president of the Generalitat de Catalonia.