Christ on a cross
El Greco (1541 – 1614)
Explore El Greco's dramatic art! Discover Mannerist masterpieces, religious scenes & elongated figures. A pioneer of Expressionism & Cubism – view his iconic paintings!
About this artwork
- Title: Christ on a cross
- Artist: El Greco
- Year: 1610
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Medium: Acrylic On Canvas
- Medium type: WallArt
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: christian beliefs , artistic synthesis
- Keywords: toledo , emotion , venetian influence
Quick Facts
- Location: Toledo Cathedral
- Artistic style: Expressive; stylized
- Influences: Byzantine art
- Notable elements or techniques: Dramatic lighting; elongated figures
- Title: Christ on a cross
- Medium: Oil paint
- Subject or theme: Religious iconography

