Secretary

The artwork titled Secretary is a painting, created by El Greco between 1500 and 1600. Currently, it is housed in the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes. The painting measures 0.66 meters in width and 0.76 meters in height.

The painting presents a man, likely a secretary given the title, positioned against a dark background. He is depicted in a three-quarter view, his body slightly turned towards the viewer. The man's attire suggests a scholarly or official role. He wears a dark brown robe with a velvety texture, hinting at a degree of affluence. Underneath, a black garment peeks through. His expression is stoic, marked by wrinkles etched deeply into his forehead and around his eyes, suggesting age and perhaps a life of contemplation. His gaze is directed slightly away from the viewer, adding to his air of quiet contemplation. The man's right hand is subtly visible, clutching the robe near his waist, while his left hand appears to rest on a surface beyond the viewer's sight.