1628
oil
canvas
From the collection of Sint-Augustinuskerk
St Augustine in Ecstasy is a 1628 oil by Anthony van Dyck, a Flemish Baroque painting work, depicting Augustine of Hippo, held at Sint-Augustinuskerk.
This painting shows a man sitting on a throne, surrounded by angels and cherubs. He is wearing a blue robe with a red sash, and his right hand is raised in the air. The angels and cherubs are flying around him, playing musical instruments and holding objects. The man's face is contorted in a look of ecstasy, and his eyes are closed. The background of the painting is dark, with a few hints of light peeking through the clouds. The overall effect is one of drama and emotion. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. The contrast between light and dark adds to the emotional impact of the scene. Next, you might want to explore more of Anthony van Dyck's work.
Sir Anthony van Dyck (; Dutch: Antoon van Dijck ; 22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) was a Flemish Baroque artist, who became the leading court painter in England after success in the Spanish Netherlands and Italy.
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