Quote of the day
The theoretical understanding of the world, which is the aim of philosophy, is not a matter of great practical importance to animals, or to savages, or even to most civilized men.
El Greco
Born: 1541
Died: April 7, 1614 (aged 73)
Bio: Doménikos Theotokópoulos, most widely known as El Greco, was a painter, sculptor and architect of the Spanish Renaissance. The nickname "El Greco" refers both to his Greek origin and Spanish citizenship.
Known for:
- The Burial of the Count of Orgaz (1588)
- The Disrobing of Christ (1579)
- The Nobleman with his Hand on his Chest
- The Adoration of the Shepherds (1614)
- View of Toledo (1600)
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