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3
by
El Greco
Christ Blessing ('The Saviour of the World')
1600
The half length figure of Christ looking directly out at us with his right hand raised in blessing is a traditional form of composition. Although a late work, this canvas recalls the Byzantine icon painting of El Greco's youth. The artist includes a crystal-like sphere or globe representing the world; more usually such pictures include a book of scripture. His fluid brushwork and extensive use of white admirably convey the idea of divine light. The painting may have formed part of a series, popular in Spain, depicting Christ and the twelve Apostles.
Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
painting by El Greco (Museum: National Galleries of Scotland)
Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
painting by El Greco (Museum: National Galleries of Scotland)
- Size:
- 73.00 x 56.50 cm
- Medium:
- Oil on Canvas
- License:
- Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
- For more:
- https://www.nationalgalleries.org/collection/artists-a-z/g/…
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