Artwork
The Coronation of the Virgin
The Coronation of the Virgin is an oil painting by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. It dates from 1754 and is held in the collection of the Kimbell Art Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Coronation of the Virgin is an oil painting by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, created in 1754. It is now held at the Kimbell Art Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a heavenly scene centered on the Virgin Mary, surrounded by adoring angels and cherubs. She wears a flowing white robe and has long, dark hair. The scene conveys a sense of beauty and serenity, evoking a heavenly realm.
Technique & Style
Tiepolo's use of a brilliant blue background accentuates the vibrant colors of the foreground figures. Light and shadow are employed to create depth and dimension, drawing the viewer's eye to the Virgin.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, also known as Giambattista Tiepolo, was an Italian painter and printmaker from the Republic of Venice who painted in the Rococo style, considered an important member of the 18th-century Venetian school.
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