Saint Luke (El Greco) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Saint Luke |
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| Artist | El Greco |
| Year | 1610-1614 |
| Medium | Oil on Canvas |
| Dimensions | 28 1/4 x 21 5/8 in |
| Location | Indianapolis Museum of Art |
Have you ever wondered about the stories behind famous paintings? The artwork called Saint Luke is a beautiful piece by a well-known artist named El Greco. He painted it using oil on canvas between 1610 and 1614. Today, you can find this painting at the Indianapolis Museum of Art in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Journey of the Painting
This painting, Saint Luke, has traveled quite a bit! It was originally kept in a church in a town called Almadrones in Spain. During a time of conflict, it was moved for safety to a fort in Guadalajara.
Later, it went to the Museo Nacional del Prado in Madrid for special care and cleaning. After its restoration, it was returned to the church's ownership. In 1952, the painting was sold and brought to the United States.
It was bought by Dr. G.H.A. Clowes, a collector in Indianapolis. Since 1958, it has been part of The Clowes Fund Collection. This collection is now displayed at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
See Also
- List of works by El Greco
In Spanish: San Lucas (Apostolado de Almadrones) para niños
