Wall label
The Burial of the Count of Orgaz
El Greco, 1541–1614 · 1586
A long row of black-clothed men in white ruffs stand together at a funeral in Toledo.
Why it's great for language
A row of faces in black and white — perfect for describing people and counting.
A gentle note
El Greco's work fits weather, nature, the city better than "present simple". Try one of those focuses, or pick another artist from the gallery.
Set the room
Shape the lesson
The painting adapts to your focus — chosen now: The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.
Language focusPick one thing your students will actually walk out able to do.
Duration One thing about your class — and the lesson will feel built for them.
Optional — but teachers who add this say the lesson lands better.
A complete lesson, painted around The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.
