The canvas can be divided into two parts. In the foreground, the weavers conduct their quiet work, and on the second they depict the result of their activity – a large carpet on the wall with a picture of a scene on a religious theme. In the center of the picture work boils, without stopping for a second. The picture is full of dynamics – every weaver is busy with his work.
One collects the fallen threads on the floor, the other – one that with rolled up sleeves, spins a new work of art. Most likely, the rolled-up sleeves artist wanted to show enthusiasm for the work process. Opposite the woman with rolled up sleeves, apparently, is an elderly weaver, lazily talking with a young companion. Near the old woman, as if feeling the life experience and the good coming from her, a domestic cat has settled at her feet. Velazquez depicted an ordinary workplace without embellishment and pathos.
No theatrical movements, only accurate and confident movements of weavers. By the amount of light in the room, it can be assumed that the workers stayed late in the evening. About their tired form also says the abstract from the work of an elderly woman and a helper who allowed a little chat at the end of the day. A few words need to be said about the tapestry in the background.
The artist portrayed the moment of Lord’s wrath when he turned Arachna into a creeping reptile. Some historians believe that this moment Velasquez wanted to uncover the political game of Spain, which completely commands people. Thus, the picture refers to the best works of art of the time.
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