Cushion : The Infante Don Carlos
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The Infante Don Carlos
The Infante Don Carlos by VELAZQUEZ, Diego RodrЧ uez de Silva (1599-1660). Baroque art. Oil on canvas
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Media ID 8262249
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1599 1660 Baroque Carlos Diego Infante Rodr X27d65 Z Silva Velazquez Aisa
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
18"x18" (46x46cm) Fibre filled cushion with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone coloured faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning oil on canvas painting, titled "Infante Don Carlos," is a masterpiece by the renowned Spanish artist Diego Rodriguez de Silva Velazquez (1599-1660). The Infante Don Carlos, the eldest son of King Philip IV of Spain, is depicted in the portrait at the age of 15, showcasing the artist's exceptional skill in capturing the essence of youth and nobility. Velazquez, a key figure in the Spanish Baroque art movement, expertly employs chiaroscuro, the contrast between light and dark, to create a sense of depth and dimension. The Infante Don Carlos is depicted against a plain background, allowing his regal attire and the subtle play of light on his face to take center stage. The young Infante is dressed in the finest clothing of the time, with a richly embroidered doublet and a velvet mantle draped over his shoulders. His expression is serious yet confident, reflecting the responsibilities that lay before him as the heir to the Spanish throne. This painting is a testament to Velazquez's ability to capture the likeness and personality of his subjects, as well as his mastery of the Baroque style. The Infante Don Carlos was likely commissioned by the King himself, and the portrait would have hung in the royal palace as a symbol of the monarchy's power and wealth. Today, the Infante Don Carlos is considered one of Velazquez's most iconic works and is a beloved masterpiece of Spanish art history. It is a reminder of the artistic brilliance of the Baroque period and the enduring legacy of Diego Rodriguez de Silva Velazquez.
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