A Female Martyr Saint

Carlo Francesco Nuvolone

Created:
Movement:
1655
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque Spirituality, Dramatic Chiaroscuro
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Dimensions:
20 x 16 3/8 in. (50.8 x 41.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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A Female Martyr Saint by Carlo Francesco Nuvolone

"A Female Martyr Saint", painted by Carlo Francesco Nuvolone in 1655, is an exemplary work of Baroque art, executed in oil on wood. Nuvolone, an Italian painter, was known for his religious compositions, which often depicted serene and contemplative figures. This painting reflects the Baroque era's emphasis on emotional depth and dramatic expression, capturing the saint's piety and sacrifice. Nuvolone's use of light and shadow enhances the spiritual intensity of the subject, a hallmark of his style. The artist was part of a prominent family of painters in Milan, and his works contributed significantly to the Lombard artistic tradition. His paintings are noted for their delicate color palette and refined execution, which are evident in this piece.

Description of the work:

"A Female Martyr Saint" by Carlo Francesco Nuvolone, created in 1655, is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Baroque style with its dramatic use of light and shadow to convey the saint's serene expression amidst her martyrdom. The artwork is noted for its delicate rendering of textures and the emotive portrayal of the subject, characteristic of Nuvolone's religious compositions.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A Female Martyr Saint