Exploring 'Las Meninas' Details

The video explores the famous painting Las Meninas by Diego Velázquez, housed in the Museo del Prado. It discusses the painting's significance, the depiction of the royal family, and the various characters present in the artwork. The video also reveals some secrets and historical context, including the fact that Velázquez painted it in 1656, four years before his death. Despite its common name, Velázquez originally titled it 'The Family of Philip IV'.

What is the name of the famous painting discussed in the video?

• The Last Supper

• The Starry Night

• Mona Lisa

• Las Meninas

Which museum houses the painting 'Las Meninas'?

• Louvre Museum

• The British Museum

• The Prado Museum

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Who is the painter of 'Las Meninas'?

• El Greco

• Pablo Picasso

• Francisco Goya

• Diego Velázquez

In which city is Velázquez's studio located?

• Seville

• Madrid

• Barcelona

• Valencia

Who is the central figure in the painting 'Las Meninas'?

• King Philip IV

• Queen Mariana

• Infanta Margarita

• Diego Velázquez

What is the meaning of the term 'menina'?

• Princess

• Servant

• Queen

• Child

Who is offering a jar to the Infanta Margarita in the painting?

• Nicolasito Pertusato

• Isabel de Velasco

• María Agustina Sarmiento

• Marí Bárbola

What is the role of Nicolasito Pertusato in the painting?

• Painter

• King

• Infanta's Guardian

• Court Jester

In which year was 'Las Meninas' painted?

• 1642

• 1656

• 1660

• 1678

What is the original title given by Velázquez to the painting?

• The Royal Family

• The Court of Madrid

• The King's Portrait

• The Family of Philip IV