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El Greco splits his canvas into two realms: the earthly burial of a pious nobleman below, and a swirling, light-filled heaven receiving his soul above. Elongated figures and electric colour give it a visionary charge. It is the painter's acknowledged masterpiece.
The Burial of the Count of Orgaz
- Date1586
- MovementMannerism
- WhereSanto Tomé, Toledo
- RegionIberia