Artwork
The Glorification of Saint Anthony Abbot
The Glorification of Saint Anthony Abbot is an oil painting by Carlo Carlone. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Carlo Innocenzo Carlone, an Italian painter active in the Holy Roman Empire, completed an oil painting titled *The Glorification of Saint Anthony Abbot* in 1740. The work, a religious composition centered on the figure of Anthony the Great, is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The canvas presents Saint Anthony Abbot at its core, his arms outstretched in a gesture of devotion. Surrounding him are angels, some playing instruments and others bearing attributes linked to the saint’s life, underscoring his spiritual significance within Christian tradition.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil, the painting employs a vivid palette that contrasts deep blues and purples of the background with the warm hues of the saint’s robes. The handling of light and color creates a sense of grandeur, while the detailed rendering of figures reflects the Baroque sensibilities of the period.
History & Provenance
Since its creation in the mid‑18th century, the work has remained in European collections before entering the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it is displayed as part of the museum’s European paintings holdings.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carlo Innocenzo Carlone or Carloni (1686–1775) was an Italian painter and engraver, active especially in the Holy Roman Empire.
