Saint William of Maleval

Salvator Rosa

Created:

Movement:

c. 1780

None

key Notes:

Dramatic chiaroscuro, Monastic solitude

Dimensions:

Plate: 34.9 × 23.6 cm (13 3/4 × 9 5/16 in.); Sheet: 36.7 × 24.9 cm (14 1/2 × 9 13/16 in.)

medium:

Etching in sanguine on ivory laid paper

Difficulty:

Expert

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story of the work:

The painting "Saint William of Maleval" by Carlo Antonini, after Salvator Rosa, reflects the Baroque period's interest in dramatic religious subjects, capturing the hermit saint known for his piety and reformative influence on monastic life. Antonini's work, created between c.1740 and c.1784, demonstrates the continued influence of Rosa's dynamic compositions and expressive style on later artists.

Description of the work:

The etching "Saint William of Maleval" by After Salvator Rosa, attributed to Carlo Antonini, depicts the saint in a dynamic pose, characterized by vigorous line work and dramatic chiaroscuro, typical of Rosa's influence. Executed in sanguine on ivory laid paper, the composition captures the intensity and spiritual fervor associated with the saint, set against a backdrop that suggests a rugged, natural environment.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Art Institute of Chicago

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