Main AltarGil de Siloé · 1496

  • Art movementLate Gothic
  • Creation date1496
  • MuseumMonastery 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
  • Corpus context: royal patronage influence, spanish religious art
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Main color: Espresso
  • Keywords: christian iconography, renaissance art, religious altars

Questions & Answers

Who created "Main Altar" and what style is it in?

Behind "Main Altar" stand Gil de Siloé and the Late Gothic movement.

What other names is Gil de Siloé known by?

Gil de Siloé is also known as Diego De Siloe.

Who created "Main Altar"?

"Main Altar" was created by Gil de Siloé. The information on this page describes Gil de Siloé's original work.

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