José del Castillo: A Neoclassical Vision of Naples José del Castillo (October 14, 1737 – October 5, 1793) stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of Naples during the Enlightenment era. Born into a family with ties to Madrid’s royal court, Castillo's formative years instilled within him an appreciation for classical ideals and refined artistic sensibilities—influences that would profoundly shape his distinctive style and…