Saint Bernard Surrounded by Angels (copy of the fresco in the cupola of Parma Cathedral)

Saint Bernard Surrounded by Angels (copy of the fresco in the cupola of Parma Cathedral)

Correggio

1521

tempera

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man in a robe sitting on a cloud, surrounded by angels. He's holding a staff in his right hand and has a book on his lap. The angels are all around him, some playing instruments and others just floating there. The man is wearing a purple robe with a white cloak over it, and he has a kind face. The angels are all different ages, from little kids to older ones. They're all looking at the man with happy expressions. The painting is very colorful, with lots of blues and golds. It's hard to tell when it was made, but it looks old. If you like this painting, you might want to learn more about the artist, Antonio da Correggio.

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