Rafael de Penagos (1889–1954) was a Spanish illustrator and painter, celebrated as one of the most important figures of early 20th-century graphic art. He is best remembered for his elegant and modernist poster designs, magazine illustrations, and advertising artwork that helped shape the visual culture of Spain in the 1910s, 1920s, and 1930s.
Penagos’s work often depicted stylish women in fashionable dress, capturing the spirit of the “mujer moderna”—the modern woman—who embodied sophistication, independence, and glamour during Spain’s cultural awakening. His bold lines, refined color palettes, and Art Deco influence placed him among the leading illustrators of his generation.
In addition to posters, he produced book illustrations, prints, and commercial art that combined beauty with accessibility. Today, Rafael de Penagos’s works are considered icons of Spanish Art Deco and remain highly valued by collectors for their charm, elegance, and reflection of a society in transition.
These illustrations showcase the elegance, glamour, and modern spirit that made Rafael de Penagos a true master of Spanish Art Deco.
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| Baile de Mascaras, Círculo de Bellas Artes, 1909 |
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| Chocolate Amatller, Marca Luna, circa 1910s |
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| La Esfera, circa 1910s |
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| Tórtola Valencia, circa 1910s |
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| Chocolate Amatller, Marca Luna, 1914 |
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| Catálogo Oficial de la Exposición Nacional de Bellas Artes, 1915 |
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| Tórtola Valencia, circa 1915 |
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| Teatro Real, Grandes Festivales Líricos, May 1916 |
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| Cover of Nuevo Mundo magazine, 1919 |
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| Illustration for La Esfera magazine, 1919 |
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| Catalina Bárcena, circa 1920s |
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| Comed fruta española, circa 1920s |
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| Flamenco dancer, circa 1920s |
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| Flores del campo, circa 1920s |
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| Illustration for the cover of Cosmópolis magazine, circa 1920s |
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| La ruta de España, circa 1920s |
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| Buen Humor magazine, 1922 |
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| Gran Kursaal in San Sebastián, 1922 |
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| Woman in gold dress, 1923 |
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| Comité Olímpico Español, 1924 |
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| Woman in black and white shawl, 1924 |
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| Woman in red dress, 1924 |
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| Cover of La Esfera magazine, 1925 |
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| Ad for Floralia soap, 1926 |
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| Cover of La Esfera magazine, 1927 |
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| IV Feria de Muestras Asturiana Oficial-Internacional, Gijón, August 1927 |
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| Exposición General Española, Sevilla, Barcelona, 1928 |
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| Discos Eléctricos Regal, Suplemento Nº 62, February 1929 |
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| Doña Francisquita, Comedia lírica completa en discos eléctricos "Regal", 1930 |
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| San Sebastián (SPAIN), Spanish Pyrenees, circa 1930 |
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| Cover of Blanco y Negro magazine, 1931 |
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| Discos Eléctricos Regal, Suplemento Nº 93, October 1931 |
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| La Boda (The Wedding), 1931 |
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| Ad for Discos Eléctricos Regal, November 1932 |
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| Discos Eléctricos Regal, Suplemento Nº 104, September 1932 |
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| Woman in red, circa 1930s |
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