04November31December2025
From 8 € / adult
Accrochage de saison – Maria Bárbola, d’après Diego Velásquez
Musée Angladon 5 rue Laboureur 84000 Avignon
In the seasonal room, the display this autumn is devoted to the portrait of Maria Bárbola, dwarf of the court of Philip IV, one of the characters in the painting "Las Meninas" by Diego Velasquez.
The oil on canvas presented (1539cmX1085cm) belongs to the former Angladon – Dubrujeaud collection. It is a 19th century copy made after Velázquez (Seville 1599-Madrid 1660).
The word "menino," of Portuguese origin, in Spain designated the young page, generally from a noble family, who entered the service of the king, princes, and great lords, to perform simple tasks in palatine ceremonies. The "meninas" were maids of honor to the princesses and the queen. The presence of dwarves among the servants was very common in the time of Philip IV. Richly dressed, they often became the confidants of their master, and sometimes their accomplices, which allowed them to obtain quite exceptional favors and to enjoy great familiarity with the ladies and lords of the court.
The word "menino," of Portuguese origin, in Spain designated the young page, generally from a noble family, who entered the service of the king, princes, and great lords, to perform simple tasks in palatine ceremonies. The "meninas" were maids of honor to the princesses and the queen. The presence of dwarves among the servants was very common in the time of Philip IV. Richly dressed, they often became the confidants of their master, and sometimes their accomplices, which allowed them to obtain quite exceptional favors and to enjoy great familiarity with the ladies and lords of the court.
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Pricing
| Pricing | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Full price | 8 € | Not disclosed |
| Reduced price | 6,50 € | Not disclosed |
