Artwork
St Agnes in Glory
St Agnes in Glory is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1650 by 6033_person, 'St Agnes in Glory' is a visual artwork housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork depicts a serene heavenly scene with multiple figures in flowing robes and simple tunics, centered around a figure holding a palm branch, symbolizing martyrdom or victory, and another playing a harp, evoking harmony. The composition conveys a peaceful, dreamy atmosphere, suggesting a moment of celestial glory.
Technique & Style
The piece employs a predominantly soft color palette of blues, greens, and reds, accented with golden light. The use of chiaroscuro creates a glowing effect on the figures' faces and robes, enhancing the overall sense of serenity and divine illumination.
History & Provenance
While the exact circumstances of its creation are not detailed here, 'St Agnes in Glory' has found a permanent home at the Museum of Ethnography, where it remains part of the collection.
Artist & collection
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Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
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The Glorification of St. Felix and St. Adauctus
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The Glorification of Saint Dominic
Sketch for a Ceiling Design
Heilige Drievuldigheid
Allegory of the donation of the Casino to Queen María Isabel de Braganza by the Municipality of Madrid