This period is well-known as the Baroque period. The word "baroque" comes from the word "borroco," which means "irregularly shaped pearl." ... A couple of artworks that portray the styles and distinct features of the Baroque period is seen in Las Meninas by Velazquez and Allegory of Outbreak of War by Rubens. ... The Las Meninas and the Allegory of the Outbreak of War are great examples of the Baroque Period for their ornate and elaborate nature. In addition, they are influenced by European politics, as the Baroque Period was. ...

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His style one may consider calm, and easy on the eyes. ... It was painted during the Spanish baroque. ... He was considered the greatest of the Flemish baroque painters. Ruben's muscular figures were based off of Michelangelo's style while his devotion to minute detail was of northern influence. ... And the figures are captured in a baroque moment. ...

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His style one may consider calm, and easy on the eyes. ... It was painted during the Spanish baroque. ... He was considered the greatest of the Flemish baroque painters. Ruben's muscular figures were based off of Michelangelo's style while his devotion to minute detail was of northern influence. ... And the figures are captured in a baroque moment. ...

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• Grade Level: High School