Who painted Vision des hl. Franziskus?

Vision des hl. Franziskus was painted by Gioacchino Assereto in 1624.

Where can I see Vision des hl. Franziskus?

Vision des hl. Franziskus is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Vision des hl. Franziskus?

Vision des hl. Franziskus is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Artwork

Vision des hl. Franziskus

Gioacchino Assereto , 1624

Vision des hl. Franziskus is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Gioacchino Assereto. It dates from 1624 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Gioacchino Assereto's 'Vision des hl. Franziskus' is a 1624 painting exemplifying the early Baroque style. Created by a prominent Genoese history painter, it showcases Assereto's skill in depicting religious themes.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays Saint Francis in a contemplative scene, surrounded by symbolic objects including a skull and a book. An angel playing a violin appears above him, suggesting a moment of spiritual vision or ecstasy.

Technique & Style

Assereto employs chiaroscuro to create a stark contrast between light and dark, focusing attention on the central figure. This technique, characteristic of early Baroque art, adds depth and drama to the composition.

History & Provenance

Painted in 1624, 'Vision des hl. Franziskus' is a product of Assereto's work during the first half of the 17th century, a period when he was a leading figure in Genoese art.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gioacchino Assereto

Gioacchino Assereto (1600 – 28 June 1649) was an Italian painter of the early Baroque period and one of the most prominent history painters active in Genoa in the first half of the 17th century.