Las Meninas
The artist
Diego Velazquez, a great Spanish painter who worked for the king of Spain in the royal palace.
What you see
A little princess stands in the middle of a room, surrounded by her helpers, a dog, and the painter himself.
The story
Velazquez painted this in 1656 and even included himself standing at a big canvas, brush in hand.
The style
He painted the light and air so cleverly that the room feels deep and real, as if you could step inside.
Look closer
Look at the small mirror on the back wall, where the king and queen appear as tiny reflections.
Where to see it
You can see this painting at the Prado Museum in Madrid, one of Spain's most loved treasures.
Fun fact
Many people wonder who the painter is really looking at, which makes the picture feel like a fun puzzle.