El Greco's 'Jerónimo de Cevallos' Arrives at the MAS in Cantabria
In a significant cultural event, the prestigious painting "Jerónimo de Cevallos" by the renowned artist El Greco has been loaned to the Museo de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo de Santander y Cantabria (MAS) in Cantabria, Spain. This temporary exhibition, which began on November 12, 2024, is a collaboration between the MAS and the Museo Nacional del Prado, with additional support from Telefónica.
The Painting and Its Significance
"Jerónimo de Cevallos" is a portrait painted by El Greco, whose real name was Doménikos Theotokópoulos, in the late 16th or early 17th century. El Greco, a Greek painter who became a prominent figure in the Spanish Renaissance, is known for his unique and expressive style that blended Byzantine and Western artistic traditions. The portrait of Jerónimo de Cevallos, a Spanish nobleman, is one of El Greco's notable works, showcasing his mastery of capturing the essence and character of his subjects.
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