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Portrait of Jeronimo de Cevallos (1560-1641), 1613, by El
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Portrait of Jeronimo de Cevallos (1560-1641), 1613, by El
Jeronimo de Cevallos (1560-1641). Spanish jurist. Portrait by El Greco (1541-1614), 1613. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain
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This striking portrait, created in 1613, captures the intellectual and distinguished countenance of Jeronimo de Cevallos, a Spanish jurist and scholar of the 16th and 17th centuries. The painting was executed by the renowned Cretan artist Doménikos Theotokópoulos, better known as El Greco. Cevallos' portrait is a testament to the artistic and intellectual exchange between Europe and Greece during this period. Born in Toledo, Spain, in 1560, Cevallos rose to prominence as a jurist and scholar, serving as a member of the Royal Academy of History. In this portrait, El Greco masterfully captures the subtlety and depth of Cevallos' face, with his piercing gaze and well-groomed goatee. The count wears a gorget, a protective collar worn under the shirt, signifying his noble status. El Greco's unique artistic style is evident in the use of bold colors and elongated figures. The artist's background as a Greek painter is reflected in the subtle Hellenistic influences in the composition and the use of chiaroscuro, the contrast between light and dark. The portrait of Jeronimo de Cevallos is a significant work of art from the Spanish Golden Age, showcasing the intellectual and artistic achievements of the period. It is now housed in the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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