Cretan School Collection

The Cretan School of art flourished during the Venetian occupation of Crete in the 15th and 16th centuries

Cretan School Collection: Virgin and Child, 16th century

Virgin and Child, 16th century. From the Benaki Museum, Athens, Greece

Cretan School Collection: The Ten Martyrs of Crete, between 1668 and 1800. Creator: Cretan School

The Ten Martyrs of Crete, between 1668 and 1800. Creator: Cretan School
The Ten Martyrs of Crete, between 1668 and 1800

Cretan School Collection: Saint Anthony. Creator: Cretan School

Saint Anthony. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Anthony

Cretan School Collection: Lamentation over the dead Christ, between 1600 and 1625. Creator: Cretan School

Lamentation over the dead Christ, between 1600 and 1625. Creator: Cretan School
Lamentation over the dead Christ, between 1600 and 1625

Cretan School Collection: The Mother of God Glycophilousa, between 1500 and 1520. Creator: Cretan School

The Mother of God Glycophilousa, between 1500 and 1520. Creator: Cretan School
The Mother of God Glycophilousa, between 1500 and 1520

Cretan School Collection: In You Rejoiceth, between 1615 and 1648. Creator: Franghias Kavertzas

In You Rejoiceth, between 1615 and 1648. Creator: Franghias Kavertzas
In You Rejoiceth, between 1615 and 1648

Cretan School Collection: Saint John the Hermit and scenes from his life, between 1600 and 1700. Creator: Cretan School

Saint John the Hermit and scenes from his life, between 1600 and 1700. Creator: Cretan School
Saint John the Hermit and scenes from his life, between 1600 and 1700

Cretan School Collection: Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School

Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian, between 1500 and 1600

Cretan School Collection: Saint Onuphrius, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School

Saint Onuphrius, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Onuphrius, between 1500 and 1600

Cretan School Collection: Saint Nicolas, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School

Saint Nicolas, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Nicolas, between 1500 and 1600

In You Rejoiceth, between 1615 and 1648. Creator: Franghias Kavertzas
In You Rejoiceth, between 1615 and 1648

A Cretan icon of the Mother of God of the Passion, mid 17th century
1195704 A Cretan icon of the Mother of God of the Passion, mid 17th century (tempera and gold paint on panel) by Tzanes, Emmanuel (1610-90) (attr)

Cretan School Collection: Christ on a pedestal of rock crystal, flanked by Emperor Romanos II (938-963

Christ on a pedestal of rock crystal, flanked by Emperor Romanos II (938-963
1195766 Christ on a pedestal of rock crystal, flanked by Emperor Romanos II (938-963) and Empress Eudoxia (945-949), (giltwood, paper, crystal, beads, silk) by Greek School

Icon of the Mother of God and Infant Christ (Virgin Eleousa), c. 1425-50. Creator
Icon of the Mother of God and Infant Christ (Virgin Eleousa), c. 1425-50. This type of icon is known as the Virgin Eleousa (Virgin of Tenderness)

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The Cretan School of art flourished during the Venetian occupation of Crete in the 15th and 16th centuries, blending Byzantine and Italian Renaissance styles to create unique masterpieces. Artists like El Greco emerged from this school, leaving a lasting impact on European art history. The intricate iconography and vibrant colors used by these artists continue to captivate viewers today, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Crete. The Cretan School's influence can be seen in churches and museums around the world, preserving their legacy for future generations to appreciate. Explore the beauty and complexity of this artistic movement that bridged East and West, creating timeless works that still inspire awe and wonder. #CretanSchool #ArtHistory #ByzantineArt #ItalianRenaissance #ElGreco