Artwork
Hl. Antonius von Padua mit Christuskind
Hl. Antonius von Padua mit Christuskind is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Joachim von Sandrart the Elder. It dates from 1647 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1647, this devotional work by Joachim von Sandrart the Elder portrays Saint Anthony of Padua cradling the infant Christ. The composition is set against a warm, golden backdrop and framed by a stone arch, lending a sense of architectural depth. The painting resides in Munich’s Alte Pinakothek, where it forms part of the museum’s Baroque collection.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, Saint Anthony, is shown in a simple brown habit, his gaze tenderly meeting the newborn Jesus, who reaches toward his face. This intimate interaction emphasizes the saint’s role as a compassionate intercessor and highlights the theological theme of divine love manifested through human humility.
Technique & Style
Sandrart employs a muted palette for the saint’s robes, contrasting with the luminous, golden atmosphere that envelops the scene. Soft chiaroscuro models the figures, while a group of cherubic angels bearing flowers hovers in the upper right, adding a celestial dimension and reinforcing the painting’s devotional tone.
History & Provenance
The work has been part of the Alte Pinakothek’s holdings since the museum’s early acquisitions, reflecting the 17th‑century German interest in Counter‑Reformation imagery. Its attribution to Sandrart the Elder is supported by stylistic analysis and archival records linking the artist to the commission.
Artist & collection
Artist
Joachim von Sandrart the Elder
Joachim von Sandrart the Elder (1606–1688) was a German artist, born in Frankfurt.
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