Artwork
The Apotheosis of the Hungarian Saints
The Apotheosis of the Hungarian Saints is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Franz Anton Maulbertsch. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
The Apotheosis of the Hungarian Saints is a 1772 oil painting by Franz Anton Maulbertsch, an Austrian artist known for his work in the Rococo style.
Technique & Style
Maulbertsch's style was shaped by Venetian painters, including Piazzetta, Pittoni, Ricci, and Tiepolo. The painting's ornate and light-filled qualities are hallmarks of the Rococo movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a celestial celebration of Hungarian saints, conveying a sense of reverence and joy.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, a testament to its enduring significance.
Artist & collection
Artist
Franz Anton Maulbertsch (7 June 1724 – 8 August 1796) was an Austrian painter and engraver, one of the most renowned exponents of Rococo painting in the German and Hungarian regions.
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