Where is "Democritus" by VELÁZQUEZ, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y?

"Democritus" is held in the permanent collection of Musée des Beaux-Arts et de la Céramique, Rouen, France.

Which museum has "Democritus"?

"Democritus" is on display at Musée des Beaux-Arts et de la Céramique in Rouen.

Who painted "Democritus" and when?

"Democritus" was painted by VELÁZQUEZ, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y in 1628-29.

What are the dimensions of "Democritus"?

"Democritus" measures 101 × 81 cm.

What art movement is "Democritus" associated with?

"Democritus" is a work of Spanish, Baroque, painted by VELÁZQUEZ, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y.

Can I see "Democritus" in person?

Yes — "Democritus" is on permanent display at Musée des Beaux-Arts et de la Céramique in Rouen. Check the museum website for current opening hours.

VELÁZQUEZ, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y: Democritus

✦ VELÁZQUEZ, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y

🖼 Democritus, 1628-29

◈ Oil on canvas

⊞ 101 × 81 cm

▣ Musée des Beaux-Arts et de la Céramique

◎ Rouen, France

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Rendered in warm ochres and shadows, a solitary philosopher gestures toward a globe, surrounded by books and scrolls in contemplative disarray. Velázquez captures the laughing sage of antiquity, embodying intellectual pursuits and the Spanish Golden Age's fascination with classical wisdom and human folly.

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