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El Greco Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by El Greco our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide El Greco · 1541 – 1614

The Burial of the Count of Orgaz

1586 · Santo Tomé, Toledo · original 480 x 360 cm

Discover El Greco’s ‘Burial of the Count of Orgaz’! A monumental Renaissance masterpiece showcasing dramatic light & emotion. Explore this iconic painting's history & symbolism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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View of Toledo

1599 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 121 x 109 cm

Discover El Greco’s "View of Toledo" (1599)! A dramatic landscape masterpiece showcasing Mannerist style & vibrant colors. Own a reproduction of this iconic Spanish artwork today!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$547109 × 121 cm Commission at original size

The Crucifixion

1594 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 312 x 169 cm

Experience El Greco’s "The Crucifixion" (1594). A dramatic masterpiece of Spanish Baroque art, blending Byzantine & Mannerist styles. Explore its profound symbolism and emotional impact.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Laocoön

1610 · National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 142 x 193 cm

Experience El Greco’s "Laocoön" – a dramatic masterpiece of myth & emotion! Explore its Expressionist style, rich colors, & historical significance. A stunning reproduction for discerning collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1022193 × 142 cm Commission at original size

Christ Healing the Blind Man

Experience El Greco’s ‘Christ Healing the Blind.’ A Baroque masterpiece showcasing divine compassion & spiritual transformation. Explore its rich symbolism & historical context.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The Opening of the Fifth Seal (The Vision of St John)

1610 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 115 x 217 cm

Witness El Greco's dramatic 'The Opening of the Fifth Seal,' a visionary depiction of divine judgment and spiritual ecstasy. Explore its symbolism & historical context at TopImpressionists.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$899115 × 217 cm Commission at original size

St Louis, King of France, with a Page

1592 · The Louvre, Paris · original 120 x 96 cm

Witness the dramatic intensity of El Greco's 'St. Louis King of France'! A regal portrait blending Byzantine and Renaissance styles, showcasing elongated figures & rich colors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$52296 × 120 cm Commission at original size

A View of Toledo

1597 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 121 x 109 cm

Experience El Greco's dramatic "A View of Toledo" (1597)! This masterpiece blends Byzantine & Mannerist styles, capturing the city’s essence with vibrant colors and a sense of foreboding. Own a reproduction today!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$547109 × 121 cm Commission at original size

Fray Hortensio Félix Paravicino

1609 · Museum of Fine Arts, Boston · original 112 x 86 cm

Experience El Greco's 'Fray Hortensio Félix Paravicino,' a captivating 1609 oil painting of a Spanish friar, showcasing his intellect and devotion within the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$44086 × 112 cm Commission at original size

The Holy Family with St Mary Magdalen

1595 · Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland · original 132 x 100 cm

Experience El Greco's "The Holy Family with St Mary Magdalen." This iconic 1595 painting showcases his unique style, blending Byzantine and Renaissance influences. A masterpiece of domesticity and spirituality, now available as a stunning hand-painted reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$547100 × 132 cm Commission at original size

Christ on the Cross Adored by Two Donors

1580 · The Louvre, Paris · original 248 x 180 cm

Explore El Greco’s ‘Christ on the Cross’. A dramatic masterpiece of Spanish Baroque art featuring intense light, elongated figures & profound emotion. Discover this iconic work!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1509180 × 248 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of a Man

1600 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 53 x 47 cm

Explore El Greco’s "Portrait of a Man" (1600). A dramatic oil painting showcasing Byzantine & Western styles, elongated figures, and rich textures. Discover this Renaissance masterpiece!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$22447 × 53 cm Commission at original size

Christ driving the traders from the temple

1576 · Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis · original 117 x 150 cm

Explore El Greco's dramatic "Christ Driving the Traders from the Temple" (1576). This Mannerist masterpiece features vibrant colors, dynamic composition & intense emotion. Own a hand-painted reproduction today!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$678150 × 117 cm Commission at original size

Laoko n

1610 · National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 142 x 193 cm

Experience the profound agony of El Greco's Laocoön, a Mannerist masterpiece depicting mythic struggle through elongated figures and dramatic light, now available to bring timeless emotional depth to your private collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$972193 × 142 cm Commission at original size

Julián Romero de las Azanas and his Patron Saint

1585 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 207 x 127 cm

This artwork exemplifies El Greco’s Mannerist style, rejecting Renaissance ideals for heightened emotional intensity. The composition focuses on Laocoön's agonizing struggle as serpents attack him and his son, capturing the drama of the myth with elongated figures and murky hues. Toledo serves as a somber backdrop, reflecting the pervasive atmosphere of despair.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$939127 × 207 cm Commission at original size

An Elderly Gentleman

1590 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 44 x 42 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$20442 × 44 cm Commission at original size

Female Portrait

1595 · Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia · original 40 x 33 cm

Admire El Greco's 'Female Portrait,' a mesmerizing Mannerist masterpiece housed at Philadelphia Museum of Art. Explore its symbolism, artistic significance & influence on modern art – discover more at TopImpressionists.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$18833 × 40 cm Commission at original size

Christ as Saviour

1610 · Museo de El Greco, Toledo · original 99 x 79 cm

Experience El Greco's "Christ as Saviour," a masterpiece blending Byzantine and Western traditions! Explore Toledo Museum & discover his unique style & spiritual depth in this iconic religious painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$38579 × 99 cm Commission at original size

St Francis Meditating

1595 · Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, San Francisco · original 147 x 105 cm

Experience El Greco's 'St Francis in Meditation.' This Mannerist masterpiece captures deep spirituality with dramatic lighting and elongated figures. A stunning oil painting reproduction available now!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$614105 × 147 cm Commission at original size

The Adoration of the Shepherds

1610 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 144 x 101 cm

Explore El Greco's masterpiece 'The Adoration of the Shepherds,' a dramatic depiction of biblical faith and artistic innovation housed at Museo del Prado, Madrid.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$587101 × 144 cm Commission at original size

St. Joseph and the Christ Child

1599 · Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo · original 289 x 147 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Christ Carrying the Cross

1580 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 105 x 79 cm

Witness El Greco's profound 'Christ Carrying the Cross'! This iconic masterpiece captures spiritual weight & sacrifice with elongated figures, dramatic lighting, and vibrant colors – a must-see work of art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$40079 × 105 cm Commission at original size

Mary Magdalen in Penitence

1576 · Szépművészeti Múzeum, Budapest · original 157 x 121 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$721121 × 157 cm Commission at original size

Apostles Peter and Paul

1592 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 121 x 105 cm

This painting exemplifies El Greco’s signature style—elongated figures & Byzantine influences—capturing the essence of Christian devotion.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$532105 × 121 cm Commission at original size

Jerónimo de Cevallos

1610 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 70 x 62 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 750 artworks by El Greco
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$28062 × 70 cm Commission at original size

The artist

El Greco

1541 – 1614

Quick facts

Room fitliving room, restaurant
Typical colorsespresso
Corpus themesbyzantine tradition, counter-reformation religious fervor, byzantine and venetian influences, religious devotion, byzantine
Movementsmannerism
Copyright statusPublic domain
Topics exploredreligious iconography, el greco, man, dark background, renaissance
Works on APS750
Top-ranked workThe Burial of the Count of Orgaz

Biography

The Cretan Foundation

Doménikos Theotokópoulos, known to history as El Greco, began his life in 1541 on the island of Crete. At that time, the island was a Venetian possession, a fact that would later allow him to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western traditions. He was trained as an icon painter within the Byzantine tradition, a discipline that demanded a meticulous attention to detail and a focus on the spiritual essence of a subject rather than mere physical likeness. This early immersion in the Cretan school provided him with a sense of symbolic precision that would remain a constant, even as his style underwent radical transformations.

By the age of twenty-six, he moved to Venice, seeking to expand his understanding of the natural world. In the Venetian Republic, he encountered the works of Titian and Tintoretto, absorbing their mastery of color and the use of light to define form. He learned to move away from the rigid lines of his youth, embracing a more fluid brushwork and a sense of dynamism. This period was not a rejection of his roots but an expansion of them, as he began to blend the disciplined iconography of his Greek heritage with the atmospheric sensuality of the Italian Renaissance.

The Toledo Transformation

After a period in Rome, where he encountered the elongated forms and sophisticated compositions of Mannerism, El Greco settled in Toledo, Spain, in 1577. This move proved decisive. Toledo was a center of intense religious fervor during the Counter-Reformation, providing a landscape perfectly suited to his increasingly mystical vision. It was here that his style reached its most distinctive phase, characterized by figures that appeared stretched and contorted, as if pulled by an unseen spiritual force. He used color not to mimic reality, but to heighten emotional impact, often employing unnatural hues to depict the divine.

His work in Spain was marked by a tension between the earthly and the ethereal. In The Burial of the Count of Orgaz (1586-1588), he juxtaposed the realistic portrayal of contemporary figures with elongated, celestial forms, creating a visual bridge between the mortal and the divine. His ability to manipulate light and shadow allowed him to create a sense of drama that felt both theatrical and deeply personal. He did not merely paint scenes; he attempted to render the emotional and spiritual realities that exist beyond the surface of the physical world.

A Legacy of Form and Light

The later years of his life saw a move toward even greater abstraction and mysticism. His compositions became more complex, and his figures more distorted, reflecting a growing detachment from conventional artistic norms. While he achieved success and received significant commissions from churches and monasteries in Toledo, his influence was not immediately felt by the broader art world after his death in 1614. For a long period, he was viewed as an eccentric, his work largely overlooked by the mainstream of art history.

It was not until the 20th century that his importance was fully recognized. Modernists found in his work a precursor to the expressive and fragmented styles of the future. His ability to distort proportion and use bold, emotive color resonated with those seeking to convey internal psychological states. Today, his paintings are viewed as windows into the human spirit, celebrated for their unique ability to capture the intensity of faith and the struggle for transcendence.

Notable works include:

The Burial of the Count of Orgaz (1586-1588)
View of Toledo (1596-1600)
The Opening of the Fifth Seal (1608-1614)
St. Sebastian (1600)
El Espolio (1577-1579)

Questions & Answers

Where are El Greco's artworks grouped by palette?

El Greco's works can be browsed by color palette on the artist's By Palettes page.

In which movements did El Greco work?

The All Movements page groups El Greco's artworks by art movement.

How popular are El Greco's artworks?

The Stats page of El Greco presents statistics computed from the artist's artworks listed on this website.

By the TopImpressionists.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 12, 2026

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