Artwork
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple is an oil painting by the French Classical Baroque artist Charles Le Brun. It dates from 1645 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
About this work
Overview
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple is a 1645 oil painting by Charles Le Brun, a prominent artist in 17th-century France.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the biblical scene of the infant Jesus being presented at the Temple, with a man in a pink robe holding the baby and a woman in blue kneeling before him, surrounded by others in a reverent atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Le Brun's work is characterized by structured composition and dramatic clarity, influenced by Nicolas Poussin and the French Classical Baroque movement, with chiaroscuro adding depth and emotion to the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Le Brun (French pronunciation: ; baptised 24 February 1619 – 12 February 1690) was a French painter, physiognomist, art theorist, and a director of several art schools of his time.
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