Artwork

The Provost and the Aldermen of Paris in Prayer before the Holy Trinity

The Provost and the Aldermen of Paris in Prayer before the Holy Trinity, by Unknown, unspecified, 1568
The Provost and the Aldermen of Paris in Prayer before the Holy Trinity, by Unknown, unspecified, 1568

The Provost and the Aldermen of Paris in Prayer before the Holy Trinity is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Unknown. It dates from 1568 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

About this work

Overview

The Provost and the Aldermen of Paris in Prayer before the Holy Trinity is a painting depicting a group of men in formal attire praying. The scene is set against a celestial background with a large winged figure.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a row of men, likely officials, in dark robes with white ruffs, some with clasped hands, gazing upwards in reverence. The background features a winged figure amidst clouds, evoking a sense of devotion.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro, utilizing strong contrasts between light and dark to convey volume and depth, creating a sense of atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known