This is painted by El Greco, from 1597-1599. It's a very unreligious painting for him. I think that's why it appeals to me. I like the dark colors, the foreboding feeling and the spacious sky that are characteristic of El Greco. It's refreshing to find these qualities without all the religious subject matter. The sky is my favorite part, the way he captures the sunlight behind the dark clouds is beautiful. The clouds are also very dynamic, not just dead in the sky.
Monday, February 16, 2009
8 - Sara Coomes - A View of Toledo
This is painted by El Greco, from 1597-1599. It's a very unreligious painting for him. I think that's why it appeals to me. I like the dark colors, the foreboding feeling and the spacious sky that are characteristic of El Greco. It's refreshing to find these qualities without all the religious subject matter. The sky is my favorite part, the way he captures the sunlight behind the dark clouds is beautiful. The clouds are also very dynamic, not just dead in the sky.
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