Las Meninas

Diego Velázquez

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las meninas

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Who was Diego Velázquez?

• Diego Velázquez was a famous Spanish Baroque painter who lived in the 17th century.
• He was born in Sevilla in 1599 and is known as one of the greatest artists of all time.
• Velázquez was one of the most important painters in the court of King Philip IV in Spain.
• Velázquez is famous for his realistic portraits.

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"Las Meninas"

• "Las Meninas" is a famous baroque painting that shows a moment in the life of the royal court.
• It is known for its composition, use of light, and the way it invites viewers to become part of the scene playing with perspective.
• "Las Meninas" is a fascinating artwork that has captivated art lovers for centuries. It is currently one of the 10 most famous paintings in the world.

Who is who?

Las Meninas has become really famous and lots of people love it! It has had a big impact on culture and is a popular symbol. Many artists have made their own versions of the painting.

Inspiration and versions

• As for the versions of Las Meninas, maybe the most famous one is by PICASSO.
• This painting really amazed him when he was young.
• He made a series of 45 interpretations, a complete study of the work.

Inspiration and versions

DALÍ

VALDÉS

MINGOTE

BOTERO

LAS MENINAS MININAS

My experience at the Prado Museum

Getting to the museum

Looking at the picture.

My own version

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