All About St. Isidore of Seville by Bartolome Esteban Murillo

Title of Artwork: “St. Isidore of Seville”

Artwork by Bartolome Esteban Murillo

Year Created 1665

Summary of St. Isidore of Seville

This artwork was commissioned by a religious group, one of many that Murillo received. Saint Isidore of Seville is shown there, golden staff in hand, reading a Bible.

The cross around the Saint’s neck and the golden embroidery on his robe are both clearly visible.

One of the reasons Murillo was such in demand as a commissioned artist was because of his skill at depicting a realistic yet flattering image of the clergy, as seen in this stunning painting.

Information Citations:

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