I, Juan De Pareja
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Elizabeth Borton De Treviño
Binding: Hardback
Published: Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 1982
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Set in 17th-century Spain, the story revolves around Juan de Pareja, an enslaved person of mixed African and European descent who becomes the assistant to the renowned painter Diego Velázquez. As Juan spends his days grinding pigments and preparing canvases, he secretly observes Velázquez's techniques, nurturing his own artistic talent. Amidst the opulence and intrigue of the Spanish court, Juan grapples with his identity, longing for freedom and recognition. The narrative explores themes of art, slavery, and the complex relationship between master and apprentice, offering a glimpse into the life and times of a remarkable historical figure.
Author: Elizabeth Borton De Treviño
Binding: Hardback
Published: Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 1982
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Set in 17th-century Spain, the story revolves around Juan de Pareja, an enslaved person of mixed African and European descent who becomes the assistant to the renowned painter Diego Velázquez. As Juan spends his days grinding pigments and preparing canvases, he secretly observes Velázquez's techniques, nurturing his own artistic talent. Amidst the opulence and intrigue of the Spanish court, Juan grapples with his identity, longing for freedom and recognition. The narrative explores themes of art, slavery, and the complex relationship between master and apprentice, offering a glimpse into the life and times of a remarkable historical figure.