{"product_id":"the-great-artist-52-velazquez-by-marshall-cavendish-weekly-collection","title":"The Great Artist - 52 Velazquez by Marshall Cavendish Weekly Collection","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis volume offers an in-depth exploration of Velázquez's life and artistic journey.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt examines his early years in Seville, his apprenticeship under Francisco de Herrera, and his subsequent move to Madrid, where he became the court painter to King Philip IV.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book highlights his masterpieces, such as \u003cem data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eLas Meninas\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eThe Rokeby Venus\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eThe Surrender of Breda\u003c\/em\u003e, analyzing his innovative techniques and the profound impact of his work on the art world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThrough detailed illustrations and scholarly commentary, the volume provides insights into Velázquez's artistic evolution, his mastery of light and shadow, and his ability to capture the complexities of human expression.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt also situates his work within the broader context of 17th-century Spanish society and the political landscape of the Habsburg court.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"19\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Great Artists\u003c\/em\u003e series comprises 96 volumes, each dedicated to a renowned artist. Published by Marshall Cavendish between 1985 and 1986, the series aims to provide comprehensive insights into the lives and works of the masters of Western art. Each volume combines biographical information, critical analysis, and visual documentation to offer a holistic understanding of the artist's contributions to the art world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":46354538496257,"sku":"34CVHROCH-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/1_338eb31a-b557-43c9-8c3b-4aaffb57cf0d.jpg?v=1748585239","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-great-artist-52-velazquez-by-marshall-cavendish-weekly-collection","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}