St. Simon

El Greco1610 - 1614

Museo del Greco
Toledo, Spain

In this representation, the symbol of the saint's martyrdom is avoided, so the saw that cut him in two is substituted by a large book and he is depicted intently reading it.

Details

Title: St. Simon
Creator Lifespan: 1541 - 1614
Creator Nationality: Greek
Creator Gender: Male
Creator Death Place: Toledo, Spain
Creator Birth Place: Crete
Date Created: 1610 - 1614
Painter: El Greco
Original Tittle: San Simón
Type: Painting
External Link: CERES

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