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Portrait of the jester Don Juan Calabacillas. Detail. Painting by Diego Rodriguez de
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Portrait of the jester Don Juan Calabacillas. Detail. Painting by Diego Rodriguez de
JLJ4612487 Portrait of the jester Don Juan Calabacillas. Detail. Painting by Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velasquez (1599-1660), 1638-1639. Oil on canvas. Dim: 1.06 X 0.83 m. Madrid. Prado Museum by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Portrait of the jester Don Juan Calabacillas. Detail. Painting by Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velasquez (1599-1660), 1638-1639. Oil on canvas. Dim: 1.06 X 0.83 m. Madrid. Prado Museum); Photo ePhoto Josse; Spanish, out of copyright
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the famous painting "Portrait of the jester Don Juan Calabacillas" by Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velasquez. Created between 1638 and 1639, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 1.06 X 0.83 meters and is housed in the prestigious Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. The subject of this portrait is none other than Don Juan Calabacillas, a renowned jester during his time. With incredible attention to detail, Velasquez captures every nuance of Calabacillas' unique features and character. The artist's skillful brushwork brings out the essence of this intriguing figure who entertained both royalty and commoners alike. Calabacillas' physical appearance adds an additional layer of intrigue to this artwork. As a dwarf with malformations, he was often seen as an object of curiosity and amusement for those around him. However, through Velasquez's masterful portrayal, we are invited to look beyond his physicality and into his soul. This photograph allows us to appreciate not only the technical brilliance behind Velazquez's work but also offers us a glimpse into the complex world inhabited by jesters like Don Juan Calabacillas during the seventeenth century Spanish court. It serves as a reminder that art has always had the power to transcend societal norms and challenge our perceptions about beauty and humanity itself.
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