Virgin Mary 1585

El Greco's "Virgin Mary" is a captivating portrait of the mother of Jesus, painted in 1585. The painting, now housed in the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg, showcases El Greco's characteristic elongated figures and dramatic use of light and shadow. The Virgin Mary is depicted in a serene and contemplative mood, her gaze directed towards the viewer. Her delicate features are highlighted by the soft light emanating from her halo, adding a sense of divine presence and majesty to the composition. El Greco, born Domenikos Theotokopoulos, was a prominent artist of the late Renaissance, known for his distinctive style that combined elements of Venetian and Byzantine art.