Bartholomew the Apostle (1610–1614) by El Greco – Hand-Painted Oil Painting Reproduction | Dafen Village Canvas Art

Painted during his final masterpiece period in Toledo between 1610 and 1614, Bartholomew the Apostle is one of the most powerful and iconic works from El Greco’s (Domenikos Theotokopoulos) famed Apostolado (Apostles) series.

The artwork depicts Saint Bartholomew holding a flaying knife in his right hand—referencing his martyrdom—and a chained, dragon-like demon at his feet, symbolizing his triumph over paganism and evil spirits. Rendered in El Greco’s late Mannerist style, the composition highlights dramatic white drapery against a dark, churning background, sharp chiaroscuro lighting, and an intense, visionary gaze that embodies fierce faith and spiritual authority.

Why Choose Our Hand-Painted Reproductions?

• 100% Hand-Painted Craftsmanship: Individually hand-crafted by veteran artists in Dafen Oil Painting Village using traditional brush-on-canvas oil techniques—never a flat digital print, giclée, or photo transfer.

• Museum-Quality Materials: Created with professional artist-grade oil colors on high-density, archival linen-cotton blended canvas for lasting color purity and depth.

• Authentic Texture & Depth: Genuine oil paint layers recreate El Greco’s subtle brushstrokes, expressive texture, and dramatic play of light that flat machine prints cannot replicate.

• Custom Sizing & Framing Available: Tailored dimension options designed to suit private chapels, prayer rooms, study libraries, or classical gallery walls.

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