Artwork

Six Resurrections before the Relics of Saint Stephen

Six Resurrections before the Relics of Saint Stephen, by Pere Gascó, unspecified
Six Resurrections before the Relics of Saint Stephen, by Pere Gascó, unspecified

Six Resurrections before the Relics of Saint Stephen is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Pere Gascó. It is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

About this work

Overview

Six Resurrections before the Relics of Saint Stephen, a c. 1550 painting by Pere Gascó, is a religious artwork depicting a devotional scene centered around the relics of Saint Stephen.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a group of worshippers, some kneeling in prayer, gathered around a revered relic attributed to Saint Stephen. Their awe-filled expressions and reverent postures convey deep devotion, highlighting the relic's significance as a catalyst for spiritual connection.

Technique & Style

Executed in muted earth tones with soft, calming lighting, the work features simple, flowing robes on the figures. The composition balances a sense of intimacy with the grandeur of a high-ceilinged room, framed by a large window.

History & Provenance

Created in the mid-16th century, the painting is now part of the collection at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Pere Gascó

Artist

Pere Gascó

Pere Gascó (1500–1546) was an artist, born in Vic.