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Stockholm's Nationalmuseum holds 2 works by El Greco (1541–1614) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Born in Crete and trained in Venice under Titian, El Greco settled in Toledo, Spain, where he spent the rest of his life. His elongated, intensely spiritual figures and otherworldly colour sense were so distinctive that later centuries dismissed him as eccentric — today he is recognised as one of the great originals in Western art.
Nationalmuseum
💎 Hidden GemStockholm · 2 works on display
About the artist
El Greco
Greek/Spanish · Mannerism · 1541–1614
Born in Crete and trained in Venice under Titian, El Greco settled in Toledo, Spain, where he spent the rest of his life. His elongated, intensely spiritual figures and otherworldly colour sense were so distinctive that later centuries dismissed him as eccentric — today he is recognised as one of the great originals in Western art.
Key works
The Burial of the Count of OrgazView of ToledoThe Resurrection
Frequently asked questions
How many El Greco paintings are on display in Stockholm?
Our current data shows 2 El Greco paintings on display in Stockholm, spread across the Nationalmuseum. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Stockholm has the most El Greco paintings?
Nationalmuseum holds all 2 known El Greco works in Stockholm.
Where else can I see El Greco's paintings?
El Greco's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for El Greco →
Planning your visit to Stockholm
Stockholm's museums are clustered on Djurgården island — the Nationalmuseum, Vasa Museum, and Moderna Museet are all accessible by tram or ferry from the city centre. Moderna Museet is free to enter and has an outstanding collection of 20th-century art. The Stockholm Card offers free museum entry and public transport for 1–5 days.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.