Death of Saint Joseph
1773
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Arts and Crafts
1773
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Arts and Crafts
Death of Saint Joseph is a 1773 oil by Anton Cebej, a Rococo painting work, held at Museum of Arts and Crafts.
This painting shows a man lying on a bed, surrounded by four people and a baby. The man is wearing a white shirt and yellow pants, and has a red cloth on his head. The people around him are dressed in colorful robes, and the baby is naked. There are also two angels in the background, one of whom is holding a staff. The painting is done in a realistic style, with detailed textures and folds in the clothing. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and blue dominating the scene. The overall mood is one of solemnity and reverence. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, check out Anton Cebej.
Anton Cebej (1722–1774) was an artist, born in Ajdovščina Municipality.
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