velazquez

Thân thiện

A student studies a Velazquez painting in an art museum.

Definition

1. 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.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Spanish painter (1599-1660)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Velazquez
• Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez