velazquez
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A Spanish painter (1599-1660): Velazquez refers to Diego Rodríguez de Silva y Velázquez, a renowned Spanish artist who was a leading figure of the Spanish Golden Age. He is celebrated for his portraits, historical scenes, and masterful use of realism and chiaroscuro.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The museum's collection includes a masterpiece by Velazquez.
- Art historians often study the techniques of Velazquez.
- Velazquez served as the court painter to King Philip IV of Spain.
Advanced Usage
- "Velazquez-esque" (adjective): Resembling or characteristic of the style of Velazquez.
- The portrait's dramatic lighting was distinctly Velazquez-esque.
Variants and Related Words
- Velázquez: The more precise Spanish spelling, which includes an accent mark (tilde) on the 'a'.
- The exhibition focused on the works of Diego Velázquez.
Synonyms
- Diego Velázquez: The full name of the artist.
- Master of the Spanish Golden Age: A descriptive term referencing his historical and artistic significance.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- "A Velazquez": Used to refer to a painting created by Velazquez.
- The auction house authenticated the work as a genuine Velazquez.
Noun
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Spanish painter (1599-1660)
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