CalcografĂa Nacional18th & 19th century engravings
Address: Alcalá, 13 - Campo de las Naciones 28014 - Plaza Mayor, Ópera & Sol Madrid
Nearest Bus or Train:Sevilla / Sol
Open Hours:10a-2p M-Sa
The 13 reproductions on copper plate that Goya made of Velázquez's paintings are the highlight of this collection, which also includes a magnificent selection of his other original plates as well as those of other famous Spanish artists. You can even visit the workshops where engravings are made and restored. Regular temporary exhibitions are also organised. You'll find the gallery on Calle Alcalá, a busy central street. It shares the same building as San Fernando Fine Arts Gallery, which houses one of the oldest collections of paintings in Madrid. Admission: free
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