Description:
- Color print of The Knight with His Hand on His Chest.
- The artist, Domenikos Theotokópoulos (1541-1614), El Greco, was a Cretan painter of the late Renaissance who developed a highly personal style in his mature works. He was a highly regarded icon painter in the post-Byzantine style prevalent on the island.
- The print is a famous oil on canvas painted by El Greco, one of his most famous portraits from his early Spanish period. The right hand on his chest signifies a solemn oath of honor or fidelity. The visible hilt reinforces the commitment and nobility of the figure. The identity of the subject is not known with absolute certainty.
- The print is on semi-rigid glossy cardstock.
- The back features ‘Spanish Pavilion Expo ’92 Seville’ – ‘Argentaria’ – ‘Renault’ at the top, and at the bottom: ‘El Mundo’, the title of the print, its author, and a brief description.
- The printing is good. In color.
Conservation and Damage:
- Overall condition is good.
- The edges are in good condition, but somewhat folded and stained. There is a crease running vertically across the print.
- It shows wear consistent with it's age.
Comments:
- Measurements are approximate.
- The colors in the photos may not accurately reflect the actual colors.
- The print for sale is the one shown in the photos. The description is not a detailed examination of the print.
- The information provided here is based on personal, unverified opinions.
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