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Visione di San Romualdo, by Andrea Sacchi, oil, 1631

Visione di San Romualdo

Andrea Sacchi

1631

oil

canvas

From the collection of Vatican Museums

Dominant colour

Overview

Visione di San Romualdo is a 1631 oil by Andrea Sacchi, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Vatican Museums.

Who painted this?
Andrea Sacchi
When & what style?
1631 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
Vatican Museums

About this work

This painting depicts a group of men in white robes gathered around a seated figure, who is speaking to them. The men are shown in various poses, some with their hands clasped together, while others have their arms crossed or resting on their knees. In the background, there is a landscape with trees and a body of water, which adds depth to the scene. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of drama and emphasizes the importance of the seated figure. The overall mood of the painting is one of contemplation and discussion, as if the men are engaged in a serious conversation. The artist who created this painting is Andrea Sacchi.

About the artist

Portrait of Andrea Sacchi
Artist

Andrea Sacchi

Andrea Sacchi (30 November 1599 – 21 June 1661) was an Italian painter of High Baroque Classicism, active in Rome.

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