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The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian by El Greco

The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian

El Greco · 1577

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Artist
El Greco
Date
1577
Location
Palencia Cathedral
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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