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Portrait of the jester El Primo, 1644 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of the jester El Primo, 1644 (oil on canvas)
7413333 Portrait of the jester El Primo, 1644 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 107x82 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez (1599-1660)); Luisa Ricciarini
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17th Centuries Buffoon Court Jester Diego Velazquez Dwarf Jester Joker Mustache Oil On Wood Open Book Read Reading Action The Dwarf To Read Velasquez Velazquez Diego 1599 1660 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Circa 1600 Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Oil On Panel Seventeeth Century
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of the jester El Primo" captures the essence of 17th-century Spanish court life. Painted by Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez in 1644, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 107x82 cm and is currently housed in the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. In this artwork, we see El Primo, a renowned court jester known for his wit and humor. The vibrant colors bring him to life as he stands confidently with an open book in hand, engrossed in his reading. His distinctive mustache adds character to his expressive face while his dwarf stature further emphasizes his unique role within the royal court. Velazquez's attention to detail is evident through every brushstroke. The play of light and shadow creates depth and dimensionality that draws viewers into El Primo's world. Through this painting, we catch a glimpse of the artist's mastery at capturing not only physical likeness but also the inner spirit of his subjects. As we admire this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported back to a time when jesters like El Primo entertained kings and queens with their quick wit and clever antics. This painting serves as a testament to Velazquez's skill as an artist and offers us a window into the fascinating world of Spanish art during the seventeenth century.
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