Matthaeus Yrsselius (1541-1629), Abbot of Sint-Michiel's Abbey in Antwerp

1650

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Saint Dominic

Dominant colour

Matthaeus Yrsselius (1541-1629), Abbot of Sint-Michiel's Abbey in Antwerp is a 1650 by Unknown, depicting Saint Dominic, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting depicts a man in a white robe, standing in front of a red backdrop. He is holding a staff in his right hand and has a ring on his left hand. The man's face is blurred, but his attire suggests he is a religious figure. To the left of the man is a coat of arms, and to the right is a decorative object that appears to be a bishop's mitre. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of reverence and solemnity. The subject of this painting is saint dominic.