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Ærkeenglen Raphael

Unknown

1757

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Ærkeenglen Raphael is a 1757 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1757
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The painting depicts an angel with large wings, wearing a dark robe over a light-colored garment. The angel's right hand is visible, holding a small oval object. The angel's face is serene, with a gentle expression. The background of the painting is a light color, which contrasts with the darker tones of the angel's robe. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artist 247_person, who is known for their use of chiaroscuro to create dramatic lighting effects.