Old World Portraits
St. Simon
Unknown Artist
An expressive Mannerist portrait of St. Simon, characterized by dramatic lighting and a sense of profound scholarly contemplation.
Apostle Saint Simon
El Greco
1610 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking masterwork by El Greco featuring dramatic lighting and a contemplative subject.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted circa 1610 by El Greco, this portrait of Apostle Saint Simon showcases the artist's signature Mannerist style through elongated forms and expressive brushwork. The stark contrast between the luminous drapery and the deep, dark background creates a powerful, introspective atmosphere that commands attention in a gallery or study setting.
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