Artwork
The Glorification of Saint Dominic
The Glorification of Saint Dominic is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1748 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
The Glorification of Saint Dominic is a painting depicting a heavenly scene where Saint Dominic receives a star from Mary for his role in combating heresy. The composition is divided into three main sections: Christ above with the cross, saints and angels in the middle, and falling heretics below.
Subject & Meaning
The painting honors Saint Dominic's efforts against heresy, symbolized by Mary granting him a star. The hierarchical arrangement emphasizes divine approval of his endeavors, while the tumbling heretics below underscore the consequences of deviance.
Technique & Style
Originally designed as a ceiling painting (after a prototype in Naples' S. Domenico Maggiore), the work employs *quadratura* techniques to create an illusionistic effect when viewed from below, characterized by elongated and twisted figures.
History & Provenance
This painting is a copy of a ceiling mural in the sacristy of S. Domenico Maggiore, Naples. The artist remains anonymous, typical of many copyists producing works for churches and collectors during the period.
Artist & collection
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