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Las Meninas was painted in the 17th century by Diego Velázquez, that much we know, but there are a dozen unknowns associated with it. From the mysterious mirror to the man in the doorway, the red vessel and the red emblem on the painter's own chest, there's much to be debated...
One interesting comment in the comment section:
I saw this painting in 1983 at the Prado. As I gazed upon it someone handed me a mirror and told me to turn around and view the painting by looking in the mirror. It came to life! Sort of 3D, with depth and aspects not visible when directly viewed. I am really surprised this is not mentioned.
