What does Murillo's self portrait say about him? | National Gallery

Daniel, you really need to be the host for an art series of some kind. Your voice, and eloquent way of speaking are a rarity in today's media. I love this lesson and insight, but honestly, I really enjoyed hearing YOU while learning. You have a very special gift and should share it more with the world.

Murillo prayed before he painted his paintings. he put his heart and soul into his art

Murillo was overshadowed by Velazquez ' glorious European recognition, but his painting reveal his grandeur as a portrait painter. The Spanish monarchy in the 17th century, however, impeded artist's lovers to enjoy the genius of painters like B.E. Murillo who had to expose his oeuvre d'art just to a few locals. It is a late recognition though that is coming to us to uncover exquisite secrets about Murilllo's techniques and brilliance as a painter. In depth talk. Congrats to the presenter of the Spanish fine artist.

Thank you for such an informative video. Beautifully done. I feel blessed to be able to access all of this from so far away!

Muchas gracias.

Fantastic thank you.

Thank you❤

Thank you for sharing this fascinating self portrait with us. I’ve been relishing The National Galleries’ videos, and as I’m unable to leave my house at this time, let alone travel at home or abroad, these presentations allow me to travel and learn from the comfort of my home. It’s truly marvellous, and I’m so grateful to be living in a time where this technology is so readily available!

Wonderful video! I learned so much--thanks Daniel!

So brilliant

I was familiar with this painting from a longer talk given by Letizia Treves that can be found on this channel, however I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation as well. I love this channel so much and I am dismayed that it only has 160K subscribers.

A new artist to me. Thanks, very enjoyable.

Absolutely superb! Clear, charming, complete! Thank you so much for sharing!

Thank you. I really enjoyed your video. I was in that gallery but I never heard of this artist. God bless from Ireland, on 21st of October 2021.

I noticed that in his younger self portrait the stone he surrounded himself is rough and unfinished. In the self portrait we're looking at here the marble frame is beautifully carved and finished. A coincidence? Or possibly a statement about how he's changed over the years?

Excelente!!

Wonderful video! Thanks Daniel, I have learned a lot

That was very interesting. Thank you very much.

¡Muchas gracias! 🙏🏼

That was wonderful. I’ll make sure I’ll stop by the next time I am in the area! Really looking forward to it!