Artwork
The Enthronement of Saint Romold as Bishop of Dublin
The Enthronement of Saint Romold as Bishop of Dublin is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Master of the Youth of Saint Romold. It dates from 1496 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
The Enthronement of Saint Romold as Bishop of Dublin is a 1496 oil painting attributed to the Master of the Youth of Saint Romold.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a ceremonial scene where a kneeling figure, likely Saint Romold, is being invested as a bishop by two attendants, while a young boy holds a book nearby. The calm yet serious expressions of the figures convey a sense of solemnity.
Technique & Style
The work showcases the artist's attention to detail, particularly in the intricate patterns and gold trim on the figures' elaborate robes. The use of rich colors such as red, gold, and black adds to the overall sense of opulence, characteristic of Northern Renaissance art.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held at the National Gallery of Ireland.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Master of the Youth of Saint Romold
This anonymous late-15th-century painter made small altarpieces full of gentle gold light and stiff, solemn figures.
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