I marveled at the exquisite furniture and tapestry that were once located at the Versailles. I contemplated knocking the security guards down with my large handbag, grabbing one or two of these pieces, and making a run for it. Thank God for better judgment. I snapped right back into reality.
The portrait of the daughter of King Philip IV and Queen Marianna (Infanta Margarita) was a bit confusing to me. The innocence of a child could be seen through her eyes but she seemed somewhat mature in her ceremonial outfit and her pose.
The sculptures showing Venus taking Cupid’s arrows and punishing him were intriguing. This lightened the mood as I could not control myself from chuckling. I got a few weird looks so I had to pull myself together. These sculptures left me with a strong desire to learn more about Greek mythology and what led Venus to be so cruel. Watching the movie 300 just would not cut it.
I could definitely relate to the porcelain Bust of Marie Antoinette. She contributed immensely to fashion styles of her era and was known as a true fashion icon and trendsetter of her time. However, I cannot say I agree with her extravagant lifestyle and spending habits which earned her the nickname “Madam Deficit.”
The portrait of the Young Beggar struck a chord in me. It shows a young boy in misery as he picks the lice of his body. This was captured at the time of the “Golden Age” in Spain where arts and literature were flourishing. The boy is dressed in shabby clothes with no shoes on his feet. He appears very filthy. The painting is dark and gloomy; however, there is a ray of light shining in from a window. This somehow represents a chance of hope and survival for the boy.
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Hmm! This piece is actually inspiring me to go take a look at some art work.
umm can you post pictures of these paintings so we can see them too :). Last time i went to the museum i was so bored. lol.
You are well on ur way yo become an art critic...lol
i like ur detailed description of what u saw... u obviously had fun...
If I was there I can almost guarantee, that I would have been sleep walking from item to item!
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I thought I was going to fall asleep too because this was actually my first time ever stepping into a gallery. But I find it suprising that I actually enjoyed it.
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