Did Zurbarán paint primarily for commissions or personal interest?
Personal interest
Commissions
Equally for both
Unless specified
Answer
Zurbarán primarily painted for commissions, as this was the most common way for artists to make a living during his time. Although he was a talented and skilled painter, Zurbarán's work was often commissioned by the Catholic Church or other religious institutions, and as such, he was often required to paint religious subjects.
Brushstrokes of Brilliance: The Enigmatic World of Francisco de Zurbarán
Related Quizzes
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox