The Fable of Arachne, Velázquez

This work, alongside "Las Meninas", is considered the most complex ever created by the artist, also known as "The Spinners" (in Spanish "Las hilanderas"), has been the subject of various interpretations throughout history, from simple views appreciating the aesthetic, considering the scene as part of a sewing workshop in a palace, to complex interpretations that include mythology and hidden symbolism.
The composition unfolds on two levels of action, the first showing the movement of five spinners at work, dressed in the style of the time. In the background, five enigmatic characters interact among themselves and observe a tapestry of cherubs.
The technical skill, movement, and anatomy of the characters have been widely praised by countless artists throughout history.