Created:
Movement:
1614
Mannerism
key Notes:
Expressive Mannerism, Spiritual Intensity
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Dimensions:
42 1/2 x 35 1/16 in. (108 x 89 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Saint Jerome (1614) by El Greco

Saint Jerome (1614) is a notable work by the artist El Greco, whose full name is Domenikos Theotokopoulos. Created using oil on canvas, this painting exemplifies El Greco's distinctive style, characterized by elongated figures and dramatic use of color and light. The work reflects the artist's deep engagement with religious themes, a common subject in his oeuvre, and his ability to convey spiritual intensity. El Greco, originally from Crete, spent much of his career in Spain, where he became a pivotal figure in the Spanish Renaissance. His unique approach to form and composition had a lasting impact on the development of Western art, influencing later movements such as Expressionism and Cubism. "Saint Jerome" is a testament to El Greco's mastery in blending Byzantine traditions with Western artistic innovations.

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Saint Jerome (1614) by El Greco

The painting "Saint Jerome" by El Greco, created in 1614, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the artist's distinctive Mannerist style, characterized by elongated forms and dramatic use of color. The artwork depicts Saint Jerome, a prominent Christian scholar, and is housed in the Museo del Prado in Madrid.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Saint Jerome (1614)