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The Baptism of Christ by El Greco

The Baptism of Christ

El Greco · 1596

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Artist
El Greco
Date
1596
Location
Museo del Prado
Culture
Spain
ART MOVEMENTS
MannerismRenaissance
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El Greco

1541–1614 · Crown of Castile

A Greek painter who signed his works in Greek letters and added 'Cretan' to his name.

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