The Burial of the Count of Orgaz

The Burial of the Count of Orgaz is an influential oil painting on canvas by El Greco, created in 1586. It is a key example of Mannerism, a late Renaissance period marked by exaggerated, surreal elements in art. The painting is religious in nature, telling a well-known legend of the time. El Greco expertly marries the earthly and divine realms in his composition, segregating them into lower and higher sections of the artwork. Despite being strikingly large, there's no sense of duality – both parts blend seamlessly, making it one of his most remarkable works.