Main AltarGil de Siloé · 1496
Late Gothic
1496
Monastery of Miraflores
Gil de Siloé (1495 – 1563)
Gil de Siloé (c. 1495-1563) was a pivotal Spanish Renaissance sculptor & architect, known for blending Gothic, Italian Classicism & Mudéjar styles. Founder of the Granadan school, famed for works like the Burgos Cathedral staircase and Granada Cathed
Monastery of Miraflores (Burgos, Spain)
Explore Miraflores Monastery in Burgos, Spain! A UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Isabelline Gothic architecture and stunning art collections – including royal mausoleum & paintings by Cirera i Alomar.
About this artwork
- Title: Main Altar
- Artist: Gil de Siloé
- Year: 1496
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Monastery of Miraflores
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Keywords: biblical scenes, gold leaf artwork, art collector finds
- Color hue: Golden Yellow Range
- Perceived brightness: balanced
Questions & Answers
Who created "Main Altar" and in what year?
Gil de Siloé made "Main Altar" in 1496.
Do the colors of "Main Altar" appear strong or soft?
"Main Altar" by Gil de Siloé shows a balanced color intensity.
What colors dominate "Main Altar" by Gil de Siloé?
The color identity of "Main Altar" by Gil de Siloé: an earthy palette, dominated by espresso (#50392c).
Which artist is "Main Altar" attributed to?
"Main Altar" is attributed to Gil de Siloé.
How does "Main Altar" fit into Gil de Siloé's themes and style?
"Main Altar" belongs to Gil de Siloé's Late Gothic work, whose recorded themes include late gothic revival, biblical narrative focus, spanish religious art, royal patronage influence, symbolic christian imagery, artist's peak achievement", central to devotional themes.
In what year was "Main Altar" by Gil de Siloé created?
The creation of "Main Altar" by Gil de Siloé is dated 1496.
Which period of Gil de Siloé's career does "Main Altar" belong to?
"Main Altar" represents the Mature Period of Gil de Siloé.