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Retrato ecuestre del Infante Don Baltasar Carlos, 1635, (c1934). Artist: Diego Velasquez
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Retrato ecuestre del Infante Don Baltasar Carlos, 1635, (c1934). Artist: Diego Velasquez
Retrato ecuestre del Infante Don Baltasar Carlos, 1635, (c1934). Equestrian Portrait of Prince Balthasar Charles (1629-1646), commissioned as one of a series of portraits for the Hall of Realms of the Buen Retiro Palace in Madrid. The prince six years, is riding a pony with obvious strain on the animal. Oil on canvas. Held in the Museo del Prado, Madrid. From Galerias De Europa: Museo Del Prado, by A. De Beruete y Moret & Augusto L. Mayer. [Editorial Labor, S.A. Barcelona, c1934]
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This print showcases Diego Velasquez's masterpiece, "Retrato ecuestre del Infante Don Baltasar Carlos" a renowned equestrian portrait of Prince Balthasar Charles. Commissioned as part of a series for the Hall of Realms in Madrid's Buen Retiro Palace, this painting captures the essence of 17th-century royalty. In the image, we see the six-year-old prince riding a pony with evident strain on the animal. The young boy exudes an air of regality and confidence as he navigates his mount. Velasquez's masterful use of oil on canvas brings out vibrant colors that highlight both the prince and his steed against a rustic backdrop. The photograph transports us back to Spain's golden age, offering a glimpse into rural life during the Baroque era. It evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone but immortalized through art. Housed in Madrid's Museo del Prado, this iconic piece is celebrated for its historical significance and artistic brilliance. Its inclusion in A. De Beruete y Moret & Augusto L. Mayer’s publication "Galerias De Europa: Museo Del Prado" further solidifies its importance within art history. As we admire this print, we are reminded not only of Velasquez's genius but also of Prince Balthasar Charles' place in Spanish royal lineage—a figure whose legacy lives on through this remarkable equestrian portrait.
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