Nicolás de Villacis facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Nicolás de Villacis
Caballero del chambergo, Museo de Bellas Artes de Murcia.
Born	9 September 1616 Murcia
Died	8 April 1694 Murcia
Nationality	Spanish
Occupation	artist

Nicolás de Villacis (born September 9, 1616 – died April 8, 1694) was a talented Spanish painter. He lived during the Baroque period, which was a time when art was very dramatic and full of emotion. Villacis was from Murcia, a city in Spain, and he learned from the famous artist Diego Velázquez.

Who Was Nicolás de Villacis?

Nicolás de Villacis was a painter known for his beautiful works. He was born in Murcia, Spain, in 1616. He spent most of his life creating art. His paintings are a great example of the Baroque style. This style often used rich colors and strong contrasts.

Early Life and Training

When he was young, Villacis met Diego Velázquez in Madrid. Velázquez was one of the most important painters in Spanish history. Their connection was noted by a writer named Antonio Palomino. Learning from Velázquez was a big step for Villacis's artistic journey.

After his time in Spain, Villacis traveled to Italy. He studied art there and improved his skills. Records show he was in Italy in 1643. He even set up his own art studio in a city called Como. Studying in Italy helped him learn new techniques.

Back in Murcia

Around 1650, Nicolás de Villacis returned to his hometown of Murcia. This is where he created some of his most famous artworks. His best-known pieces are the large wall paintings. These murals can be found in the Trinity Convent in Murcia. They show his skill in painting on a grand scale.