Was Zurbarán ever the official painter of the king?
No
Yes, King Philip IV
Yes, King Louis XIV
Yes, King Charles II
Answer
Yes, Zurbarán was the official painter of King Philip IV. He became a court painter in 1634 and painted many royal portraits and religious works. His paintings are known for their realism and attention to detail.
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Did Zurbarán have a large or small body of work found?
Did Zurbarán enjoy widespread success in his lifetime?
Was Zurbarán primarily self-taught or formally educated in painting?
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On what date did Francisco De Zurbarán pass away?
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