Diego Velazquez Archives - Just Passed Go

The Head in the Window on Calle de Aniceto Marinas, Madrid

March 5, 2026February 2, 2026 by Just Passed Go

sculpture in window as seen in Madrid, Spain

My plans for Day 4 in Madrid included visiting the hermitage of San Antonio de la Florida in Madrid, where Goya’s tomb is located and his murals fill the church. The art inside is quite stunning, but they don’t allow photography – the nuns are in their office but keep an eye on things via … Read more

Real estate listing with famous art reproductions

December 4, 2025September 20, 2023 by Just Passed Go

I was looking at some real estate listings online when I noticed some famous art reproductions all in the same house in Newburgh, NY. The first one that grabbed my attention was this copy of “Juan de Pareja,” by the Spanish artist Diego Velázquez (the original is circa 1650), installed in this turquoise blue hallway. … Read more