Artwork
Încoronarea Mariei
Încoronarea Mariei is a print by the Baroque artist anonim. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Brukenthal National Museum.
About this work
Overview
A large-scale painting, Încoronarea Mariei, was created by an unknown artist around 1650. The work is densely populated with figures in various poses, set against a golden, cloudy backdrop.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a significant religious event, likely a coronation, with a large cross at its center. The figures, some robed and others naked, are arranged in a dramatic composition that conveys a sense of solemnity.
Technique & Style
The artist employed chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of depth and drama. The effect is heightened by the use of bright, though faded, colors, particularly red robes and pale skin against the golden background.
Artist & collection
Artist
This print shows the coronation of Mary in a scene crowded with bishops and angels, their gold halos pressed close.
