Artwork
The Archangel Baraquiel scattering flowers
The Archangel Baraquiel scattering flowers is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Bartolomé Román. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Overview
The Archangel Baraquiel scattering flowers is a 1601 oil painting by Bartolomé Román, housed at the Museo del Prado. It portrays the archangel Baraquiel in a serene, natural setting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Baraquiel, often associated with blessings and flowers, as a winged female figure distributing blossoms, symbolizing divine benediction and fertility.
Technique & Style
Román employs soft, hazy lighting to illuminate the archangel's face and wings, contrasting with the darker background. Intricate details are evident in the embroidered flowers on her robe and the realistically rendered blossoms.
History & Provenance
Created in 1601, the work is part of the Museo del Prado's collection, attributed to Bartolomé Román's oeuvre of religious themes, particularly angelic figures.
Artist & collection
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