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Portrait of the Infanta Margarita
The Portrait of the Infanta Margarita is a work by Diego Velázquez painted around 1658-1660. It depicts the young princess, daughter of King Philip IV of Spain. The painting shows a small figure dressed in an elegant court gown, conveying the dignity and rank of the model. Velázquez demonstrated realism and sensitivity, portraying the child with precision and respect for the details of the clothing and facial features.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Diego Velázquez
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Date of birth and death
Baptised on 6 June 1599 – Died 6 August 1660
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Natinality
Spanish
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Style
Baroque
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Significant works
The Surrender of Breda, Rokeby Venus, Portrait of Innocent X, Las Meninas, Las Hilanderas
Information about the work
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Year:
1658-1660
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Execution technique:
oil on canvas
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Location:
Hermitage Museum, Petersburg, Russia
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Theme:
child portrait, royal court
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The portrait emphasizes the status and rank of the young infanta and presents her position in the Spanish royal court in the 17th century. It also provides insight into court life and customs of the Baroque era.
The key to interpreting the work
Pay attention to the details of the costume, realistic depiction of the face, and the historical and social context in which the portrait was created. The artist highlights the rank and dignity of the model despite her young age.See other works by this artist
The Virgin appearing to St Ildephonsus and giving him a robe
- Artist: Diego Velázquez
- Year: 1620
