Artwork
Madonna in Glory
Madonna in Glory is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Giovanni Baglione. It dates from 1630 and is held in the collection of the Capitoline Museums.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Madonna in Glory' is an oil on canvas work created by Italian artist Giovanni Baglione in 1630. It is part of the Capitoline Museums' collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts the Madonna surrounded by angels and cherubs, floating in a golden-hued sky with a prominent celestial body. Her serene expression and outstretched arms convey a sense of joy and celebration, emphasizing her glorified state.
Technique & Style
Characteristic of the early Baroque style, 'Madonna in Glory' features dynamic movement and vivid color. The Madonna's red robe and dark blue cape are rendered in flowing, expressive folds, while the surrounding figures are depicted in varied poses, some engaging in musical or symbolic activities.
History & Provenance
Giovanni Baglione, the artist behind 'Madonna in Glory', was not only a painter but also a writer on art, documenting his contemporaries. His career was marked by a notable rivalry with the influential artist Caravaggio.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Baglione (Italian: ; 1566 – 30 December 1643) was an Italian Late Mannerist and Early Baroque painter and art historian.
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