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An old woman cooking eggs (1618)[by] Diego Velazquez
Author(s)Tom Lubbock
Journal titleThe Independent, Arts & Books, Friday 8 December 2006, 8 December 2006
PublisherLondon, 8 December 2006
Pagesp 30
Sourcewww.independent.co.uk
KeywordsPainting ; Biological ageing.
AnnotationThis work of art is one of a series (Great Works) chosen by Tom Lubbock for closer scrutiny. This painting depicts an old woman cooking eggs, and also features a young boy and everyday utensils. Velazquez painted this picture as a "demonstration piece" before he was 20. Nevertheless, it is regarded as a worthy depiction of "human flesh old and young" and a bold choice for its humble everyday subject. The painting is on display in the National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh. (KJ/RH).
Accession NumberCPA-100222202 P
ClassmarkH7: BH *

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