DIEGO VELAZQUEZ. WORLD PAINTING - AGNIESZKA WIDACKA-BISAGA

Discover the fascinating world of 17th-century painting with the book dedicated to the work of Diego Velazquez, one of the most outstanding portrait painters of that era. Agnieszka Widacka-Bisaga takes us on a journey through the life and work of this Spanish master, whose talent was appreciated by King Philip IV himself. Learn the secrets of his workshop and immerse yourself in the realism that made him a painter of truth.

• In-depth analysis of Diego Velazquez's work
• Detailed descriptions of the artist's most important works
• Biography of the court painter of King Philip IV
• Velazquez's influence on Spanish painting
• Masterpiece "Las Meninas" discussed in detail
• Realism as the foundation of the artist's work

Diego Velazquez is a figure who has forever inscribed himself in the history of art. His portraits, full of realism and subtlety, show the truth about their models, without embellishment and idealization. It is this honesty and authenticity that have made his works delight and inspire successive generations of artists to this day. Agnieszka Widacka-Bisaga's book is an excellent opportunity to deepen your knowledge of this outstanding painter and understand his influence on the development of European painting.

In the book you will find detailed information about Velazquez's life and work, an analysis of his most important works, and interesting facts from his life. You will learn how his career developed at the royal court, what techniques he used in his work, and what his inspirations were. You will also learn about the behind-the-scenes story of the creation of the famous painting "Las Meninas", which is still considered one of the most important works in the history of Spanish painting.

Agnieszka Widacka-Bisaga, the author of the book, is a well-known art historian and specialist in European painting. Her passion and knowledge make reading this book a real feast for art lovers. Thanks to her insightful analyses and interesting interpretations, Diego Velazquez's work becomes even more understandable and fascinating. This book is not only a compendium of knowledge about this outstanding painter, but also an inspiring journey into the world of 17th-century art.

The book is published by Bosz Publishing House in hardcover, has 64 pages and a format of 198x153 mm. Year of publication: 2023.