Artwork

Pope Paul V

Pope Paul V, by Domenichino, unspecified, 1618
Pope Paul V, by Domenichino, unspecified, 1618

Pope Paul V is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Domenichino. It dates from 1618 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Pope Paul V' is a portrait created by Domenichino in 1618. It is held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Pope Paul V seated in a chair, wearing traditional attire consisting of a dark robe, white collar, and hat. His serious expression engages the viewer directly.

Technique & Style

The artist's skill is evident in the level of detail achieved in the painting. Characteristic of the early Baroque period, the dark background serves to focus attention on the subject.

History & Provenance

Domenichino, associated with the Bolognese School, painted 'Pope Paul V' in 1618. The work is now part of the Statens Museum for Kunst collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Domenichino

Artist

Domenichino

Domenico Zampieri (US: , Italian: ; October 21, 1581 – April 6, 1641), known by the diminutive Domenichino (US: , Italian: ) after his shortness, was an Italian Baroque painter of the Bolognese School of painters.