The Rokeby Venus

Artwork: The Rokeby Venus

Artist: Diego Velázquez

Created: 1647

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 122 x 177 cm

Location: National Gallery, London, UK

Movement: Baroque

Photography Credits: @art_love_enjoy_life

A Single Nude by Diego Velasquez

The nude probably represents his mistress, aged 20.

This painting was been painted when he was In Rome between 1649-1651.

With this lively nude, the artist brings Tiziano’s venerable tribute to rich and consistent color freedom.

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