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Saint Anthony preaches to the Fish, by Alonso Cano, unspecified, 1630

Saint Anthony preaches to the Fish

Alonso Cano

1630

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

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Overview

Saint Anthony preaches to the Fish is a 1630 unspecified by Alonso Cano, a Early Baroque Italian work, depicting Francis of Assisi, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?
Alonso Cano
When & what style?
1630 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting depicts two robed men standing on a rocky shore, with one of them gesturing towards the water. The other man is looking at the water, where various fish are visible. The scene is set against a backdrop of a tree and a body of water, with a cloudy sky above. The painting's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the piece. The painting is held at the Detroit Institute of Arts, and its subject matter is reminiscent of the works of Alonso Cano.

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