Artwork
The Ecstasy of Saint Theresa
The Ecstasy of Saint Theresa is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Giuseppe Bazzani. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
About this work
Overview
The Ecstasy of Saint Theresa is an oil painting created by Giuseppe Bazzani around 1750, now part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays Teresa of Ávila in a state of deep spiritual ecstasy. Surrounded by adoring angels, some of whom play musical instruments, the saint is depicted in a trance-like state with closed eyes and tilted head, conveying intense religious fervor.
Technique & Style
Bazzani employed chiaroscuro to create strong light and dark contrasts, heightening the emotional and spiritual intensity of the scene against a dramatic dark background.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1750, the work is currently held in the permanent collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
Artist & collection
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