Portrait of Jorge Manuel Theotocópuli facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Portrait of Jorge Manuel Theotocópuli |
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| Artist | El Greco |
| Year | 1597-1603 |
| Dimensions | 81 cm × 56 cm (32 in × 22 in) |
| Location | Museo de Bellas Artes, Seville |
The Portrait of Jorge Manuel Theotocópuli is a famous painting by the artist El Greco. He painted it around 1597 to 1603 while living in Toledo. This artwork shows El Greco's own son, Jorge Manuel Theotocópuli, who also worked as an artist. Today, you can see this painting at the Museo de Bellas Artes in Seville, Spain.
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Who Was Jorge Manuel Theotocópuli?
Jorge Manuel Theotocópuli was the only son of the famous painter El Greco. He followed in his father's footsteps and became an artist too. Jorge Manuel often helped his father with many of his artworks. This portrait shows him as a young man.
What Does the Painting Show?
In this portrait, Jorge Manuel is dressed in dark clothes. He wears a white ruff, which was a popular neck accessory at the time. The background behind him is dark, making him stand out. He holds painting tools in his hands: brushes and a palette. This shows that he was an artist, just like his father.
Art Style and Details
The way this painting is done is similar to other art from Venice. El Greco used a style that was popular in Venice, even though he lived in Spain. He was known for his unique way of painting people and using strong colors. This portrait is a great example of his work.
See also
- List of works by El Greco
