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Portrait of Mariana of Austria, Queen of Spain, 1655. Creator: Diego Velasquez
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Portrait of Mariana of Austria, Queen of Spain, 1655. Creator: Diego Velasquez
Portrait of Mariana of Austria, Queen of Spain, 1655. Mariana of Austria, daughter of the Emperor Ferdinand III and Mary of Hungary, was born in Vienna in 1634. Intended as the wife of her cousin, Prince Baltasar Carlos, who died in 1646, she then married his uncle Philip IV of Spain. The issue of this marriage was the Infanta Margarita, Prince Felipe Prospero and Prince Charles, the future Charles II
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In this exquisite portrait by Spanish master Diego Velázquez (1599-1660), Queen Mariana of Austria gazes directly at us with an air of regal composure. Painted in 1655, the work captures the queen's beauty and poise during her reign as monarch alongside King Philip IV of Spain. Born in Vienna in 1634 to Emperor Ferdinand III and Mary of Hungary, Mariana was intended for marriage to Prince Baltasar Carlos before his untimely death led her to marry his uncle instead.
Velasquez's masterful brushstrokes bring the queen's intricate gown and delicate lace collar into sharp relief against a dark background. Her golden hair is styled in an elegant updo, framing her porcelain complexion. The direct gaze of Mariana conveys confidence and authority, underscoring her position as monarch during one of Spain's most tumultuous periods.
This portrait not only showcases Velázquez's technical skill but also offers a glimpse into the lives of Europe's royal families during the Baroque era. As part of Heritage Images' collection, this iconic work is preserved for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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