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The Golden Age of Spanish Painting

New York | January 2017

The Golden Age of Spanish Painting

Whether religious or secular, the Spanish art of The Golden Age, or Siglo de Oro, reflected a new eye on the world with its singular styles and vivid visions. Sotheby's Master Paintings & Sculpture Evening sale on 25 January will feature several artists, such as Francisco de Zurbarán and Diego Velázquez, who flourished during this monumental period. Watch the video to discover more about The Golden Age through some of its most influential artists. 

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