Artwork
Jakobs Traum von der Himmelsleiter (Werkstatt)
Jakobs Traum von der Himmelsleiter (Werkstatt) is an unspecified painting by Domenico Fetti. It dates from 1616 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Domenico Fetti's 'Jakobs Traum von der Himmelsleiter (Werkstatt)' is a painting from around 1616, exemplifying the Italian Baroque style. It is a religious work held in the Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates Jacob's dream from the Book of Genesis, where a ladder reaches to heaven. The scene is characterized by a serene figure of Jacob, dressed in simple attire, lying on the ground amidst a dramatic sky with ascending angels.
Technique & Style
Fetti's use of chiaroscuro creates a striking contrast between light and dark, contributing to the overall peaceful atmosphere. The technique emphasizes the divine elements in the scene, such as the angels and the heavenly ladder.
Context
Created during Fetti's active period in Italy, the painting reflects the artist's engagement with biblical themes and Baroque aesthetics, influenced by his work in Rome, Mantua, and Venice.
Artist & collection
Artist
Domenico Fetti (also spelled Feti) (c. 1589 – 16 April 1623) was an Italian Baroque painter who was active mainly in Rome, Mantua and Venice.
