Artwork
St. Philip Neri
St. Philip Neri is a print by the Romanticist artist Johann Friedrich Overbeck. It dates from 1826 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. St.
About this work
This painting shows a man, St. Philip Neri, in a quiet moment.
He's dressed in simple clothes and has a gentle face.
The interesting thing about this work is that it was made during a time when many artists were focusing on dramatic scenes, but this one is calm and peaceful, which was a choice made by the artist to convey a sense of serenity.
You can learn more about this style by looking into the work of artist: Johann Friedrich Overbeck (German, 1789–1869)
Overview
St. Philip Neri is a print created by Johann Friedrich Overbeck in 1826. It is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts St. Philip Neri, an Italian saint known for his piety and charitable work, in a quiet, serene moment. The simple attire and gentle facial expression convey a sense of calmness.
Technique & Style
As a member of the Nazarene movement, Overbeck emphasized religious subject matter and drew inspiration from early Italian Renaissance art techniques, resulting in a calm and peaceful representation, distinct from the dramatic scenes common during that time.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johann Friedrich Overbeck (3 July 1789 – 12 November 1869) was a German painter and a founder of the Nazarene art movement.
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