Three Saints: Roch, Anthony Abbot, and Lucy

Cima da Conegliano (Giovanni Battista Cima)

Created:
Movement:
1518
High Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance Devotional Triptych, Serene Sacred Figures
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Dimensions:
50 1/2 x 48 in. (128.3 x 121.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas, transferred from wood
story of the work:

"Three Saints: Roch, Anthony Abbot, and Lucy" is a painting by the Italian Renaissance artist Cima da Conegliano, created around 1513. The work features three saints: Saint Roch, known for his association with plague relief; Saint Anthony Abbot, recognized as the patron saint of animals; and Saint Lucy, celebrated for her piety and martyrdom. Cima da Conegliano was known for his use of color and light, which is evident in this composition. The painting reflects the artist's characteristic style, combining naturalism with a serene spiritual quality. The saints are depicted in a harmonious arrangement, emphasizing their individual attributes and iconography. The work is housed in the collection of the Museo di Santa Giulia in Brescia, Italy. The specific commission details and original context of the painting remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Three Saints: Roch, Anthony Abbot, and Lucy" by Cima da Conegliano is an oil painting on canvas, created around 1513, originally executed on wood. The composition features three saints, each depicted with distinct attributes that identify them: Saint Roch is shown with a pilgrim's staff and a wound on his thigh, Saint Anthony Abbot is characterized by his pig and bell, and Saint Lucy is represented with a palm branch and a plate holding her eyes. The figures are arranged in a triangular formation, creating a sense of stability and harmony within the composition. The background is rendered with a soft, atmospheric quality, enhancing the saints' presence. Cima's use of color is notable for its warm tones and subtle gradations, contributing to the overall luminosity of the work. The detailed rendering of the saints' garments showcases intricate patterns and textures, reflecting the artist's skill in depicting fabric. The painting exemplifies the Venetian Renaissance style, characterized by its emphasis on naturalism and the interplay of light and shadow. The work is notable for its serene expression and the spiritual aura surrounding the figures.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Three Saints: Roch, Anthony Abbot, and Lucy