Saints Prosdocimus, Justina, Daniel, and Anthony of Padua in Glory with a View of the Prato della Valle, Padua

Pietro Damini

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Renaissance
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Divine Ascendancy, Architectural Landscape
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Oil on canvas
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Master
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Saints Prosdocimus, Justina, Daniel, and Anthony of Padua in Glory with a View of the Prato della Valle, Padua

The painting "Saints Prosdocimus, Justina, Daniel, and Anthony of Padua in Glory with a View of the Prato della Valle, Padua" by Pietro Damini is an exemplary work of religious art rendered in oil on canvas. Although the exact date of creation is unknown, the painting reflects the Baroque style prevalent during Damini's lifetime. The composition features a celestial gathering of saints, set against the backdrop of the Prato della Valle, a significant public space in Padua, Italy. This work highlights Damini's skill in combining religious iconography with local topography, offering insight into the cultural and spiritual life of the region. Pietro Damini, active in the early 17th century, was known for his contributions to religious art in the Veneto region. His works are characterized by their vivid color palette and dynamic compositions, which were influential in the development of Baroque painting in Northern Italy.

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The painting "Saints Prosdocimus, Justina, Daniel, and Anthony of Padua in Glory with a View of the Prato della Valle, Padua" by Pietro Damini is an oil on canvas work that depicts a celestial gathering of saints overlooking the renowned Prato della Valle in Padua. The artwork exemplifies the Baroque style with its dynamic composition and dramatic use of light to emphasize the divine presence of the saints.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Saints Prosdocimus, Justina, Daniel, and Anthony of Padua in Glory with a View of the Prato della Valle, Padua