Artwork

Saint Filippo Neri

Saint Filippo Neri, by Unknown, 1750
Saint Filippo Neri, by Unknown, 1750

Saint Filippo Neri is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Saint Filippo Neri is a 1750 religious painting, now held at the Museum of Ethnography. The work depicts the subject in a contemplative, heavenly setting.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays Saint Filippo Neri in a pose of spiritual ecstasy, arms outstretched and head tilted upwards, surrounded by adoring cherubs of varying sizes. A halo encircles his head, emphasizing his sainthood.

Technique & Style

The original artwork features a predominantly dark background with suggested clouds or mist in lighter tones. The saint's white robe and the cherubs' adoring expressions contribute to an overall atmosphere of reverence and devotion.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1750 by an unknown artist, the original painting's history is not detailed here. A photograph of the work is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known