The Apotheosis of Saint Jerome with Saint Peter of Alcántara and an Unidentified Franciscan
- Artist
- Giambattista Pittoni
- Date
- c.1725 ; Venice , Italy
- Style
- Rococo
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Scottish National Gallery
"The Apotheosis of Saint Jerome with Saint Peter of Alcántara and an Unidentified Franciscan" is a captivating religious painting that showcases the divine elevation of Saint Jerome. The artwork exhibits the ornate elegance characteristic of Rococo style, with light, delicate brushwork and vibrant colors. The figures are imbued with a celestial aura, reflecting the spiritual significance of their visions. The composition emphasizes grandeur and movement, capturing a moment of divine exaltation. This piece blends religious reverence with the playful exuberance of Rococo, creating a visually engaging and spiritually meaningful work.
Related artworks
- Nocturn Fishing by Noktys Nokte
- Dutch Art in the Nineteenth Century by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
- Landscape from Caransebes by Corneliu Baba
- Iconic views of Toledo by Andre Masson
- Still Life with Fruits by Octav Bancila
- San Gimignano by M.C. Escher
- Copenhagen, Denmark by Ivan Albright
- Copenhagen, Denmark by Ivan Albright
- Novgorod bargaining by Nicholas Roerich
- Wooded Landscape by Salvator Rosa