Artwork
St Victor of Siena
St Victor of Siena is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Master of the Palazzo Venezia Madonna. It dates from 1350 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
St Victor of Siena is a painting created around 1350 by the Master of the Palazzo Venezia Madonna. It is a religious work held at the Statens Museum for Kunst.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Victor of Damask, a saint, wearing a red robe and blue tunic, with a sword and palm branch. The palm branch symbolizes victory or peace, while the figure's attire suggests a holy or martial identity.
Technique & Style
The figure is rendered in bright colors against a plain gold background. The robe's edges feature intricate trim, and the overall effect is one of calm seriousness.
Artist & collection
Artist
Master of the Palazzo Venezia Madonna
Master of the Palazzo Venezia Madonna (1340–1360) was an artist.
