so...what is everyone looking at in the famous painting? us? the royal couple?..who is velazquez painting....?...does the shadowy figure in the background represent the viewer? is velazquez really putting the viewer as the royal couple in the painting, thus elevating the level of "importance" and sophistication to the viewers? let me know...

i suspect that you are seeking help on an essay you are writing, the way you say "let me know." i'll discuss the painting for educational purposes but won't waste my time if you're just making chat...