A Master of Granada: The Life and Legacy of José Risueño Alconchel In the heart of Andalusia, amidst the golden light and storied streets of Granada, the artistic soul of José Risueño Alconchel (1665–1732) was forged. Born into a modest family of artisans in the parish of Sagrario, his early years were steeped in the tactile reality of craftsmanship. As the son of Manuel Risueño, a master carpenter, José’s childhood was likely soundtracked by the rhythmic sounds of the workshop—the scraping of planes and the precise strike of the chisel. This foundational intimacy with wood and tool did more…