The Art Of Velazquez (1896)

The Art of Velazquez is a book written by Walter Armstrong in 1896 that explores the life and works of the Spanish painter Diego Velazquez. The book is a comprehensive study of the artist's career, examining his early years in Seville, his time at the court of King Philip IV in Madrid, and his later years as a renowned painter in the Spanish art world. The book includes detailed analyses of some of Velazquez's most famous works, including Las Meninas, The Surrender of Breda, and The Rokeby Venus. Armstrong also provides insight into Velazquez's techniques and style, discussing his use of light and shadow, his skill in portraiture, and his influence on later artists. The Art of Velazquez is a must-read for art enthusiasts and historians interested in the life and works of one of the greatest painters of the Spanish Golden Age.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.