Artwork

Sf. Arhanghel Mihail

Sf. Arhanghel Mihail, by Unknown, 1850
Sf. Arhanghel Mihail, by Unknown, 1850

Sf. Arhanghel Mihail is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania. Sf.

About this work

Overview

Sf. Arhanghel Mihail is a painting depicting a dramatic scene of a winged figure on horseback. It is held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a crowned figure with wings, riding a red horse and armed with a spear and bow, trampling a demonic figure. The scene is likely a representation of the Archangel Michael, a common subject in Christian art, symbolizing good overcoming evil.

Technique & Style

The artwork features a warm, golden background and a halo around the figure's head, creating a sense of divine light. The dynamic composition conveys energy and movement, with the horse and rider appearing to burst forth from the frame.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known