Juan de la Corte: Master of the Spanish Naval Battle Juan de la Corte (1597-1660) stands as a pivotal figure in 17th-century Spanish art, renowned for his dramatic and meticulously rendered depictions of naval battles. Born in Madrid, he emerged from the workshop of Francisco Velázquez, inheriting a legacy of artistic skill and a deep understanding of composition and perspective – qualities that would define his unique style. While often overshadowed by other Golden Age masters, Corte’s contribution to Spanish art lies primarily in his unparalleled ability to capture the chaos, dynamism, and…