Portrait of Jerónimo de Cevallos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Portrait of Jerónimo de Cevallos |
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| Artist | El Greco |
| Year | 1609-1613 |
| Medium | oil on canvas |
| Dimensions | 65 cm × 55 cm (26 in × 22 in) |
| Location | Museo del Prado, Madrid |
The Portrait of Jerónimo de Cevallos is a famous painting made by the artist El Greco between 1609 and 1613. It was painted late in his career, when he was living in Toledo, Spain. This artwork shows Jerónimo de Cevallos, an important person from that time.
The painting used to hang in a special place called the Quinta del Duque del Arco, which was part of the Royal Palace of El Pardo in Madrid. Today, you can see it in the Museo del Prado, a famous art museum also in Madrid.
Who Was Jerónimo de Cevallos?
Jerónimo de Cevallos was a very important person in his time. He was a respected jurist, which means he was an expert in law. He specialized in "natural law," which is about understanding laws based on what is fair and right for everyone.
He lived in a town called Escalona, but he often traveled to Toledo for his work. In Toledo, he served as a secretary and a councillor for the city. This meant he helped manage the city's important papers and gave advice to its leaders.
Cevallos and El Greco's Family
Many historical records show that Jerónimo de Cevallos was a "patron" and "protector" for El Greco's son, Jorge Manuel. Being a patron means he supported Jorge Manuel, perhaps by helping him with his studies or career. Being a protector means he looked out for him and helped him when needed. This connection likely led El Greco to paint this portrait.
About the Painting
The painting shows Jerónimo de Cevallos against a simple, plain background. This style of background was influenced by a famous Italian artist named Titian and the "Venetian School" of painting. The Venetian School was a group of artists from Venice, Italy, who were known for their use of rich colors and dramatic lighting in their artworks. El Greco often used ideas from other great artists in his own unique way.
See also
- In Spanish: Retrato de Jerónimo de Cevallos para niños
- List of works by El Greco
