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In the Church of San Costanzo, Capri

In the Church of San Costanzo, Capri, by Michael George Brennan, oil, 1866
In the Church of San Costanzo, Capri, by Michael George Brennan, oil, 1866

In the Church of San Costanzo, Capri is an oil painting by the Realist artist Michael George Brennan. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

About this work

Overview

In the Church of San Costanzo, Capri is an oil painting created by Michael George Brennan in 1866, now held at the National Gallery of Ireland.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene church interior with a few figures, including a woman near a column in the foreground, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

Brennan's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and atmosphere, while a range of colors adds warmth and texture to the scene, with white walls and columns providing a simple backdrop.

History & Provenance

Painted in 1866, the work is part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection.

Artist & collection