Saint Thomas Surrounded by Angels (copy of the fresco in the cupola of Parma Cathedral)
1521
tempera
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a man sitting on a cloud, surrounded by angels. He is wearing an orange robe and has a long white beard. The angels are all around him, some of them holding objects like a book or a plant. The man is looking down at the angels, who are all looking up at him. The background of the painting is a dark brown color, which makes the clouds and the angels stand out. The overall effect of the painting is one of peace and serenity. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of Antonio da Correggio.
