The Elector Frederic the Wise of Saxony (1463-1525) with the Saints Ursula (left) and Genevieve (right)

1550

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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The Elector Frederic the Wise of Saxony (1463-1525) with the Saints Ursula (left) and Genevieve (right) is a 1550 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1550
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows three people standing close together. The man in front wears a black robe and a fancy hat, holding a small golden object. Behind him, a girl in armor holds a spear, and a woman in a dark dress holds a candle. The background has a rocky cliff and a distant castle. The man’s face looks serious, while the women seem calm. The lighting makes their faces stand out against the dark background. If you like how the light and shadow create depth, look up chiaroscuro.