Artwork
Saint Catherine
Saint Catherine is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Unknown. It dates from 1612 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Saint Catherine' depicts a serene female figure in flowing green and blue robes, adorned with a golden crown.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is identified as Saint Catherine by the crown and scroll she holds, symbols often associated with saints. Her calm demeanor and loose hair add to her representation.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and volume in the figure, making her stand out against the dark background.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
