Statue of Velázquez, Statue in Spain
The Statue of Velázquez stands majestically in Madrid.
Constructed in 1899, it's a homage to the Baroque artist Diego Velázquez.
Velázquez is one of the most important figures of Spanish Golden Age art.
Created by Aniceto Marinas, it sits close to the Prado Museum.
The statue was designed by architect Vicente Lampérez y Romea.
Location: Jerónimos
Inception: 1899
Architect: Vicente Lampérez y Romea
Creator: Aniceto Marinas
Official opening: June 14, 1899
Material: bronze, granite, limestone
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap