Artwork
Copy of a detail of the Ghent Altarpiece, St Cecilia and the Organ, by Hubert and Jan van Eyck in the church of St Bavon, Ghent.
Copy of a detail of the Ghent Altarpiece, St Cecilia and the Organ, by Hubert and Jan van Eyck in the church of St Bavon, Ghent. is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Christian Schultz. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This watercolour painting is a copy of a detail from the Ghent Altarpiece, created by Christian Schultz in 1864 for the Arundel Society. It depicts Saint Cecilia playing an organ, accompanied by two winged figures.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows Saint Cecilia, a revered figure for her devotion to music and faith, kneeling before an organ. Two angels play a harp and violin above her, set against a pale blue sky.
Technique & Style
The original oil painting was reinterpreted in watercolour, giving the scene a softer appearance. The artist captured the intricate details of the organ pipes and the figures' attire, including Cecilia's ornate gold armour.
History & Provenance
The watercolour was later published as a chromolithograph in 1871 under Hangard-Mauge's direction. It was originally produced for the Arundel Society, an organization dedicated to promoting art.
Artist & collection
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