Who painted Miracle of the Roses?

Miracle of the Roses was painted by Annibale Carracci in 1605.

Where can I see Miracle of the Roses?

Miracle of the Roses is held by Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

What movement is Miracle of the Roses?

Miracle of the Roses is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Can I buy a print of Miracle of the Roses?

Museum-quality prints of Miracle of the Roses are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Miracle of the Roses

Annibale Carracci , 1605

Miracle of the Roses is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Annibale Carracci. It dates from 1605 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

About this work

Overview

Miracle of the Roses, painted in 1605 by Annibale Carracci, is a seminal work of the early Italian Baroque period. It is part of the collection at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a religious scene focusing on a miraculous event associated with roses, though specific details of the miracle are not explicitly conveyed through the figures' interactions. Key elements include a man in a brown robe observing a man in a white robe holding a cloth, while a kneeling woman with a child reaching out to touch a seated man's head suggests a moment of spiritual or healing significance.

Technique & Style

Carracci's blend of classical influences with dynamic Baroque energy characterizes the work. Compositionally, the foreground's intimate, emotionally charged grouping contrasts with the calm, light background, featuring a wall with greenery.

History & Provenance

Created in 1605 during Carracci's Roman period, the painting reflects his role in shaping early Baroque painting. Its current location is the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Context

Miracle of the Roses was produced during a pivotal moment in Baroque's emergence, influenced by Carracci's experiences in Rome and his efforts to revitalize painting by merging classical harmony with emotional intensity.

Legacy

As an early Baroque work by a leading figure, it contributes to the understanding of the period's artistic transition, though its specific legacy in terms of direct influence on subsequent artists is not widely detailed in available information.

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Artist

Annibale Carracci

Annibale Carracci ( kə-RAH-chee, UK also kə-RATCH-ee, Italian: ; November 3, 1560 – July 15, 1609) was an Italian painter and instructor, active in Bologna and later in Rome.