Velázquez en el museo del Prado by A. de Beruete y Moret

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Illustrator Velázquez, Diego, 1599-1660
Author Beruete y Moret, A. de (Aureliano), 1876-1922
Title Velázquez en el museo del Prado
Credits Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Summary "Velázquez en el museo del Prado" by A. de Beruete y Moret is a historical account detailing the evolution of Spanish art, particularly focusing on the life and works of the renowned painter Diego Velázquez during the 17th century. Written in the early 20th century, the book offers an in-depth examination of Velázquez's artistic journey, his influences, and his contributions to the Spanish Golden Age of painting. The book chronicles Velázquez's early life in Seville, his apprenticeship under Francisco Pacheco, and his rise to prominence at the court of King Philip IV. It highlights significant milestones in his career, including his travels to Italy, the stylistic evolution of his works, and his most acclaimed paintings, such as "Las Meninas" and "Las Hilanderas." Beruete y Moret emphasizes Velázquez's naturalistic approach and the themes of nobility, character, and social commentary found in his portraits, illustrating how he distinguished himself from his contemporaries and left an enduring legacy that influenced many modern artists. The author provides detailed descriptions of Velázquez's masterpieces accompanied by illustrations, making this work a valuable resource for those interested in art history and the works of this iconic painter. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Spanish
LoC Class ND: Fine Arts: Painting
Subject Velázquez, Diego, 1599-1660
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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