Diego Velazquez
The Spanish term "Las Meninas" translates to "The Maids of Honor" in the English language. "Las Meninas" is a famous painting created by a painter named Diego Velazquez.
Velázquez involves the viewer by creating a convincing space and eye contact with the subjects in the painting.
The artist most known for this is the Spanish Court painter Diego Velàzquez. Take a look at his masterpiece 'Las Meninas' by clicking on the link below. There was also a Dutch Master who did this, see his 'The Allegory of the Art of Painting' c. 1670, by Johannes (Jan) Vermeer.
SPANISH
No, Diego Velázquez did not paint "Girl with a Pearl Earring." That famous painting was created by the Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer around 1665. Velázquez, a prominent Spanish painter, is known for works such as "Las Meninas" and "The Surrender of Breda."
Diego Velazquez, and El Greco were both very famous Spanish artists.
Spanish painter Diego Velazquez from the 17th century.
He adored the Spanish painter Velazquez, who lived in the 17th century.
Diego Velazquez
Diego Velazquez
Diego Velazquez achieved this honor. Velazquez is one of the most well-known Spanish painters.