Painting in Context: Diego Velázquez, Surrender of Breda
- Each presentation starts with the basic information on the painting such as its location in a museum or a gallery, the map of the location of the scene if applicable, and other pertinent details such as the history of the painting and the story depicted by the painter.
- Next, you find slides describing the painting technique of the artist and, if applicable, information on the scientific investigation of the artwork.
- The majority of the slides shows a detailed pigment analysis of the painting containing detailed views of different areas of the artwork and the pigments employed by the painter.
The first slides discuss the general outlook of this Baroque painting and its historical background.
The painting ‘Surrender of Breda’ shows Velázquez’s mastery of the portrait genre. The figures of the victorious Spanish officers are an impressive example of his capabilities.
The painting ‘Surrender of Breda’ shows Velázquez’s mastery of the portrait genre. The figures of the victorious Spanish officers are an impressive example of his capabilities.
The rest of the slides describe the pigments employed by Velázquez in the various areas of the painting.
