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Eufrasio López de Rojas

Spanish architect

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Eufrasio López de Rojas was a Spanish architect known for his work in the Baroque style. He contributed to the facade of the cathedral of Jaén, showcasing Spain's adaptation of Baroque concepts while retaining local traditions. His work, along with that of others like Alonso Cano, reflects the Spanish Baroque's emphasis on surface decoration and intricate detail, a characteristic that would later be associated with the "Churrigueresque" style. Rojas was active during a period when Spanish architecture was absorbing European influences while maintaining its unique identity.1

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