Apparition of the Virgin to St. Lawrence 1580

"Apparition of the Virgin to St. Lawrence" is a 1580 oil painting by El Greco, depicting a prominent scene from the life of Saint Lawrence, a Roman deacon and martyr, who is shown in the foreground, gazing up to the Virgin Mary and Child in a vision. The painting was created during El Greco's mature period and showcases his signature elongated figures, intense colors, and dramatic use of light, which are characteristic of his Mannerist style. This artwork currently resides in the College of Our Lady of Antigua, Monforte de Lemos, Spain.