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A r t i s t a s. El arte del mundo hispano. El Greco (1541-1614). Born on the island of Crete, Greece Settled in Toledo, España – the city was one of his main themes Greatly influenced by religion (one of his main themes) Characteristics of his works:
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Artistas El arte del mundohispano
El Greco (1541-1614) • Born on the island of Crete, Greece • Settled in Toledo, España – the city was one of his main themes • Greatly influenced by religion (one of his main themes) • Characteristics of his works: • 1) elongated faces 2) contrasts of dark and light
San Martín Noble Man Withy el pordiosero Hand on His Chest
Diego Velázquez (1599-1660) • Court painter for King Philip IV (Felipe Cuarto de España) • Was also the palace manager; was overworked, developed a fever, and died from it • His style?- very traditional; caused the viewer to look for the details