An eerie mystery permeates The Colossus by Francisco de Goya. That’s because even though we know a lot about this historic work, mastery lies in its subtle imagery. Clouds tickle the looming giant and disguise details.
Why Paul Revere the painting by John Singleton Copley matters:
– Is Paul Revere‘s portrait political?
– Why John Singleton Copley skipped town soon after painting this.
– Paul Revere‘s powerful blouse.
The iconic Las Meninas by Diego Velázquez gives us an intimate perspective on a secret world. This portrait of Spain’s King Philip IV reveals the inner court. We see the Infanta Margarita Theresa at center. She’s surrounded with a collection of servants.