Burning of the Heretics (Auto-da-fé)

  • Painting mediumAcrylic On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Creation date1500
  • Dimensions154.0 x 92.0 cm
  • MuseumMuseo del Prado

Pedro Berruguete (1450 – 1504)

Pedro Berruguete (c. 1450-1504) was a pivotal Spanish painter bridging Gothic & Renaissance styles. Known for early Inquisition scenes, Castilian retablos, and religious imagery. Father of sculptor Alonso Berruguete. A pioneer of the Spanish Renaissa

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About this artwork

  • Title: Burning of the Heretics (Auto-da-fé)
  • Artist: Pedro Berruguete
  • Year: 1500
  • Original dimensions: 154.0 x 92.0 cm
  • Format: Tall
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Museo del Prado
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Purpose: Accent
  • Keywords: renaissance style, religious iconography, auto-da-fé painting

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