Artwork
Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica
Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica is an oil painting by the Orientalist artist Moustafa Farroukh. It dates from 1939 and is held in the collection of the Sursock Museum. Vatican, St.
About this work
Overview
Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica is an oil painting created by Lebanese artist Moustafa Farroukh around 1939. Characterized by warm colors and soft brushstrokes, the work captures a serene depiction of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican.
Subject & Meaning
The painting focuses on St. Peter's Basilica, emphasizing its grandeur through the portrayal of columns, statues, and a prominent dome. A fountain in the foreground adds to the sense of beauty and tranquility.
Technique & Style
Farroukh employed warm, muted tones and soft brushwork to convey a sense of calm. The style reflects the artist's approach during a period influenced by Orientalism, though the subject matter is distinctly European.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1939, the painting is now part of the Sursock Museum's collection. It represents one of over 2,000 works by the prolific artist.
Context
Painted during the late 1930s, the work exists at the intersection of Farroukh's Lebanese perspective and the European subject, nuanced by the prevailing Orientalist artistic trends of the time.
Legacy
As part of Farroukh's extensive oeuvre, *Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica* contributes to the artist's reputation for capturing serene, beautiful scenes across diverse subjects.
Artist & collection
Artist
Moustafa Farroukh (Arabic: مصطفى فروخ; 1901 – 1957) was one of Lebanon's most prominent painters of the 20th century.
Interior of Saint Peter's, Rome
Interior of Saint Peter's, Rome
Interior of St. Peter's, Rome
The Church of St Peter's in Rome
View of St. Peter's Square, Rome
The Nave of St Peter's, Rome
Interior of St Peter's Cathedral in Rome
Transept of St. Peter's, Rome
Interior of St Peter's, Rome
Saint Peter's Basilica and the Papal Palace
Longitudinal View of Saint Peter's, Rome