Las Meninas by Diego Velazquez

This painting by Diego Velazquez is called Las Meninas. It is perhaps the most well-known painting of any Spanish-speaking artist. It is considered groundbreaking for the period (mid-17th century) and even today in that it demonstrates a very complex sense of perspective.

Can you explain why the viewer might be considered the subject of this painting?

What else is unusual about this work?

What are some details that stand out to you and why? Look closely!

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