Artwork
Saint Lucy
Saint Lucy is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Jacopo del Casentino. It dates from 1340 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
This painting, created around 1340, is the work of Jacopo del Casentino, an Italian artist active in Tuscany. It is a representation of Saint Lucy, a Christian martyr.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Saint Lucy, recognizable by the plate with two eyes she holds, an attribute referencing her martyrdom. Her serious expression and direct gaze convey a sense of solemnity.
Technique & Style
The work adheres to Byzantine iconographic traditions, evident in its formal composition and use of a halo. The contrast between the dark robe and the light-colored background adds to the figure's prominence.
History & Provenance
The painting is now part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacopo del Casentino (c. 1297 – 1358) was an Italian painter, active mainly in Tuscany in the first half of the 14th century.
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