This generously illustrated volume on the work of Diego Velázquez makes the world’s greatest art accessible to readers of every level of appreciation. A 17th-century Spanish painter who continues to influence artists today, Velázquez is primarily known for his portraits of Spanish royalty and other notable figures. Overflowing with impeccably reproduced images, this book offers full-page spreads of masterpieces as well as highlights of smaller details—allowing the viewer to appreciate every aspect of the artist’s technique and oeuvre.